Comments on: Flip Mino or RCA Small Wonder: Which Would You Choose?

By: Sandy

Sandy — Tue, 04 Aug 2009 23:55:26 +0000

i read that the RCA cannot be used with Mac computers though… so if we use mac, we need to use the flip, right?

By: Ryssby13

Ryssby13 — Thu, 02 Jul 2009 13:16:35 +0000

I’ve owned the mino flip since 12/08. I love it, in fact I gave it as presents for xmas to my 5 neices and nephews. I believe I paid about $150 each.
I saw a reveiw in newsday that pc richard was selling rca ez209hd for $99. Is that a good price?
I like the software for publishing by the mino. What is the rca like?
I use mino for facebook & youtube (see samples on youtube under name ryssby)

By: Jack

Jack — Sun, 29 Mar 2009 18:59:56 +0000

I have a flip mino HD and the battery holds charge really well. It will last longer than the amount of video the mino can hold. It is a brilliant product. The quality is also amazing and the audio is okay. It crashed once but I contacted flip and they responded within the hour and told me how to fix it. Now it is back to normal. I definitely think that the flip mino HD is worth the $200.

By: Dave Gammage

Dave Gammage — Fri, 16 Jan 2009 13:29:46 +0000

While the Flip series of video cameras are nice, I will add my vote for the Small Wonder camera from RCA. I would much rather sacrifice a little “sleekness” for increased functionality. The ability to add an SD card tops my list. Sure, YouTube frowns upon more than 10 minutes of video, but there are those who use their cameras for more than just YouTube. Also, the expandable memory is most helpful when one might be on a trip or something away from a computer for a week or so, and a 60 minute shooting limit just doesn’t cut it.

By: aimee whitcroft

aimee whitcroft — Mon, 10 Nov 2008 14:58:46 +0000

Hi there

This question is actually aimed more at the RCA rep: Deanna, I note with a fair amount of horror that the Small Wonder does not appear to be available in the UK. Is this terrible thing true? If so, where is it available (other than the US, of course)

By: The Affiliate Academy

The Affiliate Academy — Tue, 07 Oct 2008 03:01:09 +0000

I just found your wbesite today and I wanted to say thanks for doing this post. I wish I had found this post sooner though. I already purchased the Flip, but after reading this review I feel as though I may have made a poor buying decision.

I really like the fact that the RCA camera has the SD Memory Card slot. That basically gives you an infinite amount of storage (as many cards as you can carry). Additionally, the fact that you can use AA batteries is a prime feature. As you mentioned, you dont need to have a laptop nearby to charge up your Flip in between uses.

Don’t get me wrong, I do enjoy the Flip camera, but those two extra features really push the RCA camera to the top of my list. I may just have to ask for an RCA camera for Christmas and regift my Flip.

Thanks for the review and great site! I’m going to go read some more posts now. :o)

By: PhantomObserver

PhantomObserver — Thu, 25 Sep 2008 19:25:03 +0000

Perhaps I should put in some thoughts as a Flip Mino user.

1. The internal memory holds 60 minutes of video. That doesn’t sound like a lot, compared with conventional camcorders, but since YouTube discourages clips over 10 minutes, it’s still enough memory to capture raw data for a YouTube clip.

2. The built-in microphone works very well provided you’re within 3 feet of range.

3. There’s a device called a QuikPod — essentially a hand-held tripod with a small mirror at the camera attachment base, which enables users to take self-portraits. Since the Mino has a standard tripod mount it would be a solution for self-picturing.

By: Teli Adlam

Teli Adlam — Tue, 22 Jul 2008 16:38:04 +0000

Decision made: RCA Small Wonder EZ205.

Although I received quite a few votes and good feedback for the Flip Ultra/Flip Mino, when I sat down and weighed the pros/cons of each device, I decided I would much prefer to have the ability to expand the recording time with a MicroSD card than being limited to what’s in the on-board memory.

Plus, the price played a big part as well. I just couldn’t justify spending the extra $50 for less features/prettier design. (Trust me, I tried.)

Now, the reason I chose the EZ205 over the EZ210 was because it looked sleeker, weighed less, and although the EZ210 came with a larger card/screen, I figure I could always just buy a larger MicroSD card when the time came.

When I’ve given it a proper spin, I’ll write a full review for other potential video bloggers looking for a pocket camcorder.

And that’s the update. :)

~ Teli

By: Deanna Davis - RCA PR

Deanna Davis - RCA PR — Mon, 21 Jul 2008 20:25:19 +0000

Hi Teli,

We’re happy to be a part of the conversation. Please feel free to contact us if there is anything else you might need.

Cheers,
Deanna

By: Teli Adlam

Teli Adlam — Mon, 21 Jul 2008 20:22:45 +0000

First, I’d like to say that I’m actually (pleasantly) surprised to see an RCA representative popping in and commenting.

Also, thank you for the clarification. Apparently, I was under the false impression that the EZ210 did have a flip out screen, which it doesn’t, so I’ll update the entry to reflect that.

Again, thank you for stopping by and commenting, Deanna.

~ Teli