http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/ Videomaker Community Forums » Tag: final cut - Recent Posts en Thu, 16 Feb 2012 20:42:05 +0000 http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/best-monitor-for-video-editing#post-73446 Fri, 16 Dec 2011 20:25:05 +0000 Rocky 73446@http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p>Check out ebay with the search "Sony PVM Monitor" </p> <p>That Sony model range of professional monitors are found in many professional editing studios, broadcast studios and live theatre use. In particular the studios and live theatre  use them for maybe one or two years and replace them with new.</p> <p>I opted for a ebay second hand Sony PVM-14 model for $150 (Saved over $1000 on RRP), the cabinet was a scratched and knocked about, but so far the unit has operated faultless for over four years. I opted for the 14" because I use it for editing purposes and its portable enough to cart around for on location use.</p> <p>The only thing to be wary of with second hand, is a weak or low emission CRT (Picture Tube), which can be easily identified by (a) when unit is first switch on there is a heavy hue colour over the entire screen which gradually clears as the unit warms up or (b) the picture has a negative picture effect. In other words if possible view the unit in operation before purchase, to negate the risk. Also make sure the unit is 16x9 or 3x4 switchable.</p> <p>Came across 22" PC LED monitors being used for news editing at a broadcast station edit suite recently. Personally I still prefer a CRT monitor for editing.</p> <p> </p> http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/best-monitor-for-video-editing#post-73437 Fri, 16 Dec 2011 11:32:08 +0000 Evan 73437@http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p>Half of what I edit either goes just online, and the other half goes both on tv and online.  I need a monitor that will give me an accurate picture of what the video will look like, especially on tv.  I started researching monitors and they all are way out of my price range.  Would it be a good idea to get a tv instead?  Or is there a good enough computer monitor no more than $300.  What specs should I be looking for and what is the difference between a tv an a computer monitor?</p> http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/need-advice-re-mac-monitors-for-video-editing#post-72309 Tue, 08 Nov 2011 18:49:49 +0000 EarlC 72309@http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p>Thx Rob, that's what I wanted to know. The real-time conversion sounds useful as well. Appreciated.</p> http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/need-advice-re-mac-monitors-for-video-editing#post-72303 Tue, 08 Nov 2011 13:39:57 +0000 robGRAUERT 72303@http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p>Oh, sorry. I read your post way early this morning after working late last night.</p> <p>Here's what the Intensity Pro does:</p> <p>- monitor HD video on an HDTV (also SD on an SD monitor)</p> <p>- real time down conversion so you can monitor HD video on an SD monitor. This is nice if you know you're going out to DVD.</p> <p>- real-time conversion to ProRes, DNxHD, and Uncompressed if you're capturing tape.</p> <p>- Tape output and real-time downconversions for that task too. </p> <p>Other than that, not much else. That's why it's only $200</p> <p>If you get a more expensive model, you get real-time up conversion and cross conversion for tape capture, tape output, and monitoring. If you do documentaries, you might need that.</p> <p>More expensive models may also have RS-422 which gives you deck control. That's more reliable than using firewire to capture video, capture audio, and control the deck.</p> <p> </p> http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/need-advice-re-mac-monitors-for-video-editing#post-72297 Tue, 08 Nov 2011 10:05:21 +0000 EarlC 72297@http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p>Rob, my question wasn't the validity or professional level of production, it was what, in addition to (if anything) specifically the Blackmagic card you mentioned, benefits it offers and what else can/does it do? OR, is the output to a production monitor the ONLY thing it does, however well?</p> http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/need-advice-re-mac-monitors-for-video-editing#post-72293 Tue, 08 Nov 2011 06:06:47 +0000 robGRAUERT 72293@http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p>I've always read the most accurate thing you can do is send video to a broadcast monitor via I/O card.</p> http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/need-advice-re-mac-monitors-for-video-editing#post-72289 Tue, 08 Nov 2011 04:25:30 +0000 Charles Schultz 72289@http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p>Rob, would not a Spyder monitor calibrator do the same thing. Just asking because I don't know for sure.</p> http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/need-advice-re-mac-monitors-for-video-editing#post-72287 Tue, 08 Nov 2011 03:50:59 +0000 robGRAUERT 72287@http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p>Earl, I/O cards send send a true video signal to your broadcast monitor or TV. It allows you to know <strong>exactly</strong> what your video really looks like (as long as your monitor is calibrated). </p> <p>An HDTV connected to a GPU only puts you in the ball park. Maybe that's enough for you. </p> <p>Personally, I think if you're making money, then you have to have the right tools. You wouldn't want a construction worker to eyeball his work and say, "yea, that looks straight." No, he needs to use a level. Video professionals need to know exactly what their video looks like.</p> http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/need-advice-re-mac-monitors-for-video-editing#post-72175 Sun, 06 Nov 2011 22:23:13 +0000 Eventvideoguy 72175@http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p>I have a 22" Samsung and a 22" Gateway connected to mine.  Both DVI.  Dual monitor (or more if you have the video cards handy) is the way to go. You can connect any DVI monitor but it's best to get two of the same monitor so that colors match up.  I did not have that luxury when I first got my mac.  I didn't buy my second monitor until 1 year after the first and the same model I already had was not being sold so I just got the best that I could afford.  </p> <p>Both have very good refresh rates and color ratios.</p> http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/need-advice-re-mac-monitors-for-video-editing#post-72163 Sun, 06 Nov 2011 15:24:19 +0000 EarlC 72163@http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p>Rob, what other benefits beyond HDTV with HDMI output does that $200 BlackMagic Intensity Pro offer? Is it something I've been getting by without that I really should incorporate into my system?</p> http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/need-advice-re-mac-monitors-for-video-editing#post-72117 Sat, 05 Nov 2011 06:49:23 +0000 robGRAUERT 72117@http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p>If you're looking to accurately monitor your video, connecting an HDTV to a GPU is not the right way to go about it - even if the GPU has an HDMI connection.</p> <p>Get two of those Acer monitors Earl suggested. I use those too, and having two screens is much better than one in FCP.</p> <p>Get a BlackMagic Intensity Pro ($200). This allows you to send the true video signal to your HDTV. Ideally, you'll want an HDTV with HDMI or Component connections if you're going with the Intensity Pro.</p> http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/macpro-or-macbook-pro-for-video-editing-and-comping#post-72065 Thu, 03 Nov 2011 09:09:39 +0000 Ron Johnson 72065@http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p>I think that your desktop would be best, but you can use your Pro.  I think that everything <a href="http://www.squidoo.com/best-mac-monitors">Apple</a> is quality and you cannot go wrong.</p> http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/need-advice-re-mac-monitors-for-video-editing#post-72064 Thu, 03 Nov 2011 09:07:57 +0000 Ron Johnson 72064@http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p>Im glad you asked because I have a great <a href="http://www.squidoo.com/best-mac-monitors">Apple</a> site that you will love.  This site tell your what to look for in a good monitor and what to avoid.  Let me know what you think.</p> http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/new-5d-short-the-super-list-superhero-theme#post-70903 Tue, 13 Sep 2011 16:52:12 +0000 shootatwill 70903@http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p>Thanks Mr. Shultz.  The writer, Adam Winston, has some great ideas for the rest of this story.  Hope he shares them with the world one day.   </p> <p>My good friend and fellow producer from my music video, Raymond Vargas, came to work on this project because, first I needed him, but then became in love with the story because of the choices and decisions that kids/young people make at this point in their lives.  He sees this movie as a great vehicle for anti-bullying campaigns.</p> http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/new-5d-short-the-super-list-superhero-theme#post-70882 Mon, 12 Sep 2011 10:06:59 +0000 Jennifer O'Rourke 70882@http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p>Hey, "Shoot at Will". Shoot me an email, I'd love to feature your story in an upcoming blog. Well done! </p> <p>Jennifer O'Rourke, Managing Editor - Videomaker</p> <p><a href="mailto:jorourke@videomaker.com">jorourke@videomaker.com</a></p> http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/new-5d-short-the-super-list-superhero-theme#post-70869 Sun, 11 Sep 2011 15:38:08 +0000 InLawsEnterprises 70869@http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p> That was great. I could only dream of doing work that good. Now I just need a camera. That one is getting Shared.</p> http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/new-5d-short-the-super-list-superhero-theme#post-70834 Thu, 08 Sep 2011 13:48:32 +0000 Charles Schultz 70834@http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p>Nice work, are you going to continue this story line? Hollywood is out of ideas and this could develop into something really cool, maybe for a film festival or something.</p> http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/new-5d-short-the-super-list-superhero-theme#post-70826 Thu, 08 Sep 2011 05:11:51 +0000 shootatwill 70826@http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p>First off, thank you David for checking out and commenting on the film. Appreciate your support. To answer your questions in order:</p> <ul> <li><strong>Camera</strong>:Canon 5D Mark II.  Lens(Canons) 50mm 1.4, 24-70L 2.8 and 70-200L 2.8.</li> <li><strong>Soundtrack</strong>: Original music score by the talented William Gallego please visit his website if you want to hear more of his work or looking for a composer. william.gallego.com</li> <li><strong>Audio/Sound Effects:</strong> Zoom H4n. Anders Johansson took care of all the foley and sound effects.  Not everything was recorded on set.</li> <li><strong>Cranes/Dollies</strong>: Losmandy Porta-Jib,Glidetrack, </li> <li><strong>Other</strong>:  Marshall monitor, Zacuto follow focus kit, Petroff matte box with ND filters(a must for out door shooting if you want to open up the iris. And of course, a lot of videomaker reading and attending their 2 day workshop in Newark, NJ around 4 years ago.</li> </ul> <p>Feel free to ask any other questions. Glad to return the support Videomaker has given me.</p> http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/new-5d-short-the-super-list-superhero-theme#post-70818 Thu, 08 Sep 2011 01:01:35 +0000 David Forrester 70818@http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p>That was GOOD!  I see you had a fairly large gang working with you - well done!  OK, tech talk time!</p> <p>Was it done on a 5D? What cameras?</p> <p>Where did you get that fantastic sound track.  It fit in so incredibly well. You do that from scratch or get audio tracks from somewhere?</p> <p>How did you capture the audio?  Did you use sound effects, foley or was this all recorded on set?</p> <p>Did you use dollies, sliders, steadicams or what?  </p> <p>Once again, most impressive!</p> <p> </p> http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/new-5d-short-the-super-list-superhero-theme#post-70787 Wed, 07 Sep 2011 04:04:08 +0000 shootatwill 70787@http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p>Moderator,</p> <p>  Thanks for taking the time to provide some constructive feedback, excellent points.  Love the end..."now go make another...".  This is why I love Videomaker, not only do the members and Videomaker crew make me a better filmmaker every time I pick up the magazine or surf the site, you also continue to push our community to be great.  Thanks</p> http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/new-5d-short-the-super-list-superhero-theme#post-70786 Wed, 07 Sep 2011 03:59:05 +0000 shootatwill 70786@http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p>Thanks Bruce, appreciate your support and enthusiasm for the project.  Glad you enjoyed it and also are sharing it.  Cast and crew will be ecstatic to hear your post.</p> http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/new-5d-short-the-super-list-superhero-theme#post-70668 Fri, 02 Sep 2011 06:45:03 +0000 composite1 70668@http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p>Will,</p> <p>Very well done. Quite watchable, good character development in the story an shot in a manner with no tech glitches that distract the viewer. Post was very good. Looks like you did some color finishing that 'warmed' up the overall look. My only suggestion is some tighter editing in spots that make the film 'drag' when you've got good momentum going. Again, very well done. Now go make another....</p> http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/new-5d-short-the-super-list-superhero-theme#post-70667 Fri, 02 Sep 2011 05:50:12 +0000 BruceMol 70667@http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p>That was awesome! I love the transitions while he goes through the list, the angles are great, the DoF and lighting were all nicely handled. The story, directing and acting are excellent too. Goodness, I may be jealous! I've already sent to friends. Kudos to cast and crew.</p> http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/new-5d-short-the-super-list-superhero-theme#post-70659 Thu, 01 Sep 2011 13:27:22 +0000 shootatwill 70659@http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p>Videomaker,</p> <p>  Thanks for all your issues and training seminar.  This movie is an accumulation of all the knowledge I have gained from you and others.</p> <p><a href="http://vimeo.com/28335135" rel="nofollow">http://vimeo.com/28335135</a></p> http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/jvc-hd-7s#post-70217 Mon, 15 Aug 2011 17:48:23 +0000 shastabroadcaster 70217@http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p>For the past four years, I've had this love/hate relationship with my pair of JVC HD-7 Hard Drive camcorders.  I've loved the compact size, great optics and 4 hour recording time, hated the short battery life, useless optical stabilization and perhaps most of all, loathed the process of converting the .TOD files to something editable.  I nearly ditched them until I discovered I could import the files directly into Vegas Pro.  I recently bought a Matrox MX02 Mini, which allows me to capture to FCP via the firewire or component video.  I'm still waiting for a plug in that will let me capture directly to PP CS5.5, but that may be a long wait.  The cameras have been otherwise trouble free, so if you find one for a smokin good deal it's worth considering despite their age.</p> <p>Cheers</p> <p>bb</p> <p> </p> http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/canon-hf-s21-into-final-cut-pro-7#post-68929 Fri, 24 Jun 2011 12:14:55 +0000 EarlC 68929@http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p>There's a LOT of slamming going on right now with the current release of FCP X but it is possible that program will smooth out its sub-VR1 issues (seems most software releases are fairly premature in this industry, with the company developing them USING the buying public as "second round beta testers" and then issuing updates to address known or "discovered" issues, or not) and eventually offer something worth using. It is my understanding tht this program will offer a better solution ... like iMovie does, for ingesting AVCHD. Like the Conan clip hammering FCP X ends "iMovie Pro?"</p> http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/canon-hf-s21-into-final-cut-pro-7#post-68922 Fri, 24 Jun 2011 06:08:00 +0000 peachydingo 68922@http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p>Thanks EarlC. Can't believe Apple has not made a better way. It pulls straight into Imovie!</p> http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/canon-hf-s21-into-final-cut-pro-7#post-68909 Thu, 23 Jun 2011 17:16:00 +0000 EarlC 68909@http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p>Hey Chris, here's <a href="http://documentation.apple.com/en/finalcutpro/professionalformatsandworkflows/index.html#chapter=6%26section=2%26tasks=true">THE LINK</a> to a fairly informative article on doing just that with AVCHD &amp; FCP 7. Maybe it will prove helpful.</p> http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/canon-hf-s21-into-final-cut-pro-7#post-68892 Thu, 23 Jun 2011 04:06:25 +0000 peachydingo 68892@http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p>Helo,</p> <p>Can someone please point me to the correct method of uploading my AVCHD videos from the Canon HF S21 into Final Cut Pro 7 for maximum quality and editability?</p> <p>Thanks.</p> <p>Chris</p> http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/what-should-i-export-in#post-68820 Mon, 20 Jun 2011 05:37:11 +0000 Weddingmaster 68820@http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p> I stand corrected, After searching google apparently there is a work around..not very compatible but I guess if you have the time and patience and money to experiment more power to you. I just burn a blu ray and send to client..works fo me.</p>