Got Mobile? Get Movin' with a Mobile Studio!
Got Mobile? Get Movin' with a Mobile Studio!
Today we can create video almost anywhere. We aren't confined to using a TV studio, edit lab, or even our own den. With the barest of tools we can create meaningful video from wherever we find ourselves, be it on vacation in the RV, camping and hiking, or on an international trip. Our mobile studio consists of three main parts: A camcorder, a laptop computer, and an occasional connection to the Internet. These allow for shooting, editing and distribution on-the-move. Here are some things to consider when setting up your mobile studio.
What makes your Mobile Studio Mobile? Your Computer
Think minimally. A mid-sized laptop is the best solution for a mobile studio. An ultra-portable 12" model travels easily, but may leave you wanting more screen real estate that a 15" could provide. The largest models often offer the largest screens and the most storage capacity for your video. The downside is bulk. For editing HDV, make sure you have at least a gig of RAM and enough hard drive storage so that you won't need an extra one. Having an extra battery is a great idea…
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