Shooting from the Flip: the best HD camcorder deals

Video cameras have caught up with digital cameras when it comes to ease of use and reduced size, and the latest Flip range has taken amateur movie making by storm. Fitting easily into your pocket or handbag and weighing only 170g, the miniature size does not impact on quality: the UltraHD range lets you shoot stunning 720p video that will look crisp and clear on your HDTV, even in low-light conditions. There is a "flip out" USB arm that directly connects to your computer and instantly launches FlipShare . This software allows you to upload your footage instantly on to YouTube or MySpace. Its intuitive drag-and-drop interface also offers organising, emailing and editing options covering everything from creating custom movies to sharing your favourite snapshots. Below are the best prices available at the time of publishing for a black Flip Video Ultra High Definition Camcorder with 8GB Memory (RRP £159.99). It films approximately two hours of HD video, perfect to capture those great holiday moments. Readers who have found better deals should post the details below. Online Deltatronics is cheapest online charging £114.50 plus £4.50 postage , followed by Comet at £119.99 with free postage if you are prepared to wait around a week, otherwise postage varies between £5.82 and £7.78. If your preference is for a white Flip camcorder then Amazon is charging £124 . In store For those of you eager to take the camera away this weekend, then John Lewis is best priced at £149.95 with a two-year guarantee , followed by Argos at £152.39 . Cheaper alternative If HD is not required and you are happy with 4GB of high-quality recording then the Flip Ultra (II) Camcorder at £89.99 plus postage from Misco.co.uk is a price-busting equivalent, or you could collect in store at Tesco (subject to availability) for £99.97 . Whichever version you choose make sure you register your Flip and enjoy 2 for 1 entry at some top UK attractions. If you want to link the Flip to your television then buy an HDMI cable with a mini HDMI connector for £2.28.