Flip Tripod for Flip Ultra and Mino Camcorders Camcorder Reviews

Flip Tripod for Flip Ultra and Mino Camcorders

This thing does what it's supposed to do, also! 2008-10-25

I have a Mino, which I love. And this thing is a must-have accessory for the Mino. After all, without it, how do you record your karate classes?

This tripod is cheap, and it works. What more do you want?

Handy Item 2008-10-11

Overall Quality GOOD
I have not as yet used this item but is is well manufactured and sturdy and flexible

Flip Tripod 2008-10-09

This is much smaller than it looks. It's about the size of the camcorder. You'll need to put this stand on something else to increase the height, otherwise the stand is fine.

Waaay smaller in person 2008-09-30

Seemed like the flip tripod stand would stand taller than 6" to 8". Bendable legs take some getting used to.

Flip Tripod 2008-09-29

Ease of use. Increases use of product by letting it record without owner being directly involved.

Tripod 2008-09-15

It is a very useful accessory. Wish it came in a larger size as well.

great 3 legs 2008-09-07

What a wonderful idea to add a third leg. The two legged ones just never worked well.

Cool looking but it's not really useful 2008-08-30

I thought this was a good idea when I first checked it out but now that I have used it, I see my purchase was a mistake. I went online to check out alternative tripods and bought a small aluminum frame tripod that proved to be a very effective soulution. The specific issues were the weight of the Flip Cam would cause the tripod to easily become unbalanced and fall over...also, it's too short, not enough height to be of any real value. I would suggest that the manufacturer of the Flip ATR1B increase its height about 3-4 inches more which might make it more stable and increase the height so that you didn't have to set it on top of books or something to get a good self-video while at your desk.

Super Cool! 2008-08-28

This little product made me a hero at our family reunion. I used it with a small 8MP digital camera and it worked great. The tripod can be used on uneven surfaces and at odd angles. The result - a great family picture, framed correctly - with me in it!

15 bucks for this tiny thing...? 2008-08-07

Honestly this thing is pretty silly. Yeah, its pretty much a necessary purchase if you plan on making vblogs with the Mino or any other sort of video where you need it to be still... I'm not upset with the product. However, you will laugh when you how small this thing is. I think calling this a tripod is a bit misleading... Mini tripod is more like it. Its barely any taller then the mino itself. Never the less.. it does its job well and the bendy legs help with certain surfaces. The price is awful though. 15 dollars for this? There is a 3rd party version that is exactly the same for 3 dollars.. i'd say grab that one instead if you get the chance. This is a over-priced, small accessory that at least does it's job well.

Funny little tripod 2008-07-10

This thing is the best and weirdest looking thing imaginable. You can contort it into the most functional positions. The people wjo make it are so OCD that they even include matching feet to match the camer color that you have (so San Francisco!)

Works 2008-06-30

Works fine. I wish the legs were slightly more rigid (minus one star). Otherwise ok.

great and helpful gadget 2008-06-29

The flip video is so small, it's sometimes difficult to keep still and let the subject move. This nifty little thing solves that problem, fits in a pocket, is indexpensive.... what else could you want?? (except maybe some velcro straps to attach it to a pole of other vertical stand... but, then, you can get some velcro, too!)

Nice tripod 2008-06-10

While I was buying the Flip camcorder, I saw the tripod and bought it on impulse. I'm pleased with it. It's just a tripod, and it might take a bit of bending and moving of the legs to get the camcorder to sit level on it, but it works nicely. And I guess the bendable legs are a feature; they may come in handy some day. The kids think the tripod looks cool.

flimsy 2008-06-05

nothing more can be said it is flimsy it looks like a toy we didn't even attempt to use it. it's does not hold firm the way a tripod should my fault for not looking at wht it was made of i would have never thought a rubbery material

Tripod of necessity 2008-05-27

If you have a flip ultra camcorder, then you will find this little tripod invaluable. I take it with me wherever I take my flip. It is easy to use, flexible, works well and easy to carry. Use it, and enjoy!

flip tripod 2008-04-28

this piece of equipment was exactly what was needed for the flip ultra camcorder. thank you for prompt service and everything was received in good order.

recommended for kids 2008-04-28

Purchased rather on a whim along with my Flip camera and am grateful I did. The mechanics are very simple and user-friendly, and my girls like the interchangeable tips. I agree with an earlier reviewer that the packaging was a bit excessive. I purchased the Flip intending for it to get a lot of young use around our house, and it has. The children make delightful, spontaneous videos, but their camera work can be dizzying. When they use the tripod, their videos are infinitely more viewable by adults.

I think a necessary addition for young users.

this is a piece of junk! 2008-04-21

I bought this sight unseen based on a cute David pogue NYT video. Over half the time when you turn it on it will not record. Instructions are minimal. trying to down load images onto my Mac leopard was also no breeze . so, contrary to David pogue, you get what you pay for on the cheap Next to nothing!

They should tell you that you need to buy the Ultra to use this product 2008-04-21

I bought the tripod but it is completely useless because I didn't buy the Ultra. They should make this clear. I had to destroy the packaging and didn't feel I could return it.
Artie

Neat! 2008-04-13

This is really neat and lightweight. Hovever, it doesn't work with the White Flip Video. Still, a good product.

"Gotta-Have" Accessory for Flip Ultra Camcorder---Get This Tripod! 2008-04-03

Watch Video Here: http://www.amazon.com/review/RRRZWBU7PZR9C *****
This tripod is the perfect accessory to the Flip Ultra Video Camcorder. I only wish I had ordered it sooner. It is an incredible value and greatly expands how you can use your camcorder. On this video, which is less than two minutes, I show you the tripod and how it can attach to various items. Then I let you see it work in action as I use a tripod for the first time. It will especially appeal to novice vloggers (like me) because it is so very easy to use!
*****

UPDATE: 7/17/08: This tripod also works with the new Flip Mino---YAY!

Glad I bought this 2008-03-29

When people saw my little tripod they laughed, but I am so glad I have it. The tripod has come in handy so many times in the last few months that I have had it. I can tape things on TV and put it on my computer. Any place that there is a service you can place it there and people won't even notice it is sitting there.
You can wrap the legs around things too just make sure it is screwed on well.
As people have said it is really well made and a great price.

Buy the same thing for cheaper 2008-03-25

This is a good tripod for the Flip Ultra, but why not buy either of these two instead? They are a lot less money and is pretty much exactly the same thing!:
Vanguard VS41 Flexible MiniTripod
Sunpak 620-786 Mini-Spider Tripod

Really the only difference is the Vanguard model doesn't come with the different color feet and it doesn't say 'Flip'.

Or you could get the Gorilla Pod:
Joby GP1-01EN Gorillapod Flexible Tripod (Grey)

which is a bit more versatile in that you can attach it to a pole or edge of a chair, etc.

A mini tripod really makes it easier to do videos since you can put it almost anywhere yet still get your Flip Ultra level. It also provides more stability to better prevent it from toppling over.

Perfect for the Flip Ultra! 2008-03-03

I love this tripod! It's just the right size for the Flip Ultra camcorder. Easily slips into your purse or bag to provide a stable base for smooth videos.

Good accessory 2008-02-02

Nice, clean design, and looks sturdy enough to last a long time. My only complaint is with the grotesque amount of packaging the manufacturer employs, mostly to highlight the superfluous colored tips to the legs. I mean, really: does someone at the manufacturer have a brother in the packaging industry who is paid by the girth of the package?

Flip ATR1B Tripod for Flip UItra Camcorders 2008-01-21

I used my tripod when I did my first video. It was easy to adjust and get set in the exact position. I am very happy with my tripod, and especially happy with my Ultra Flip Camera.

Good attachment for Flip Video 2008-01-18

We bought the Flip Video for our 6 year grandson who absolutely loves it. This attachment is valuable for him to be able to make a video without a "shaky" hand. It screws on very easily.

Great addition to for the Flip! 2008-01-18

This is a must have for the Flip. It's quick, easy, and allows the video taker to partake in the fun.

Marilyn 2008-01-15

Good size to keep handy and works very well with multiple kinds of cameras. It is a buy!

Handy little extra for the Flip Ultra. 2008-01-13

We picked up the Flip camcorder for my daughter Jessica Mellott, who is a pop singer. She wanted something simple to use to make videos for her Myspace and Youtube. The Flip is super easy, just press and record. To make it even easier we picked up the Flip Tripod accessory.

The tripod is small about 5 inches long and about 1/2 inch wide when closed. Opened it boasts flexible legs that bend to help you position the Flip so its easier to record yourself. The top screws easily into the tripod hole on the bottom of the Flip camcorder. Note the Flip tripod fits the bottom of the Flip Ultra camcorder only. There is no hole for the tripod in the regular Flip.

The tripod is packaged with black padded "feet" so it will not scratch your furniture. Included with the tripod are 4 sets of extra "feet" in hot pink, orange, white and yellow to match the different colors the Flip Ultra comes in.

With the help of the tripod, recording with the Flip is even easier and replaces an unsteady hand and makes adjusting the position of the camcorder more flexible.

A great little gadget for your Ultra Flip!

Lee Mellott

For the Flip ULTRA model only 2008-01-08

I was excited to get the tripod only to find that I had not purchased the ULTRA series Flip. The ULTRA has the place for the tripod. My model did not have the place to mount the tripod.

Not a great tripod 2008-01-07

The tripod is a bit flimsy and kind of cheap. The tripod that I bought for my wife's Canon digital camera is a much better tripod, and we will use it instead of the Flip tripod. Fifteen bucks wasted.

Works Great 2007-12-28

This is compatable with the "flip ultra" which is the niftiest camcorder I've ever used.

If you're getting the flip make sure it's the "ultra" so it will be compatable w/this tripod. And you'll certainly want the tripod if you ever want to include yourself in the videos.

Very inexensive but high quality.

Lightweight, Flexible Accessory 2007-10-23

You can't own a Flip Video (or any camera) without this nifty, lightweight tripod. It's a sturdy metal tripod that weighs about 12 ounces. The interchangeable rubber tips are a cool idea, but not really necessary unless you are a total "mix 'n match' freak. The legs are really flexible, which means you can mount this on just about any uneven surface. It would have been nice if they included a clip for vertical surfaces, but hey, for the price, it's a steal.