http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/ Videomaker Community Forums » Tag: tips - Recent Topics en Fri, 17 Feb 2012 06:36:59 +0000 http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/how-do-i-make-better-videos#post-73857 Sun, 08 Jan 2012 18:20:53 +0000 Ally & Sally 73857@http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p>Hello! My sister and I have been making simple dance videos for Youtube and and Japanese video community called Nico Nico Douga. We've only made a couple so far, but we're not satisfied with the outcome of our videos. We took some video production classes in high school, but we're using totally different equipment for a totally different end product this time. We were hoping we could get some well needed tips from the community here!</p> <p>Our Youtube channel is <a href="http://www.youtube.com/user/moetwinstyle">here</a>. They're just simple videos that follow the general formula of one continuos shot while we dance (and sing).</p> <p><a href="http://youtu.be/kTyWCT4HzJ4"><strong>[An example of one of our videos]</strong></a></p> <p>We are using a Canon Vixia HF R20 camera with a tripod. For the videos we've uploaded so far, we've only used Window Movie Maker, but we now have Adobe Premier Elements 10 that we are using to edit our future videos. We hoped to have better lighting/quality and an overall more professional feeling product, but we're falling quite short of what we want. How can we achieve this?</p> <p><a href="http://youtu.be/GrC2OM0kXK0"><strong>[What we'd like to have our videos like]</strong></a></p> <p>We'd like to achieve an end product like the video above. Most of the time we'll be filming outdoors, but we'll be filming indoors from time to time as well. How can we get that "larger than life" feeling that the second video has?</p> <p>Thank you very much!</p> http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/sony-hdr-xr100-sony-vegas-9#post-61054 Sat, 24 Jul 2010 10:35:24 +0000 danielgm55 61054@http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p> Hello,</p> <p>I am new to this site as well as video recording and editing..so please forgive my ignorance. I record with the Sony HDR XR100 and edit with Sony Vegas Pro 9 (i also have AfterEffects, but havent quite learned how to use it)..anyway..  I am trying to get the best quality that i can, using the limited equipment that i have..I have a couple of general questions..</p> <p>1. Is there a difference (quality loss etc.) between using a usb to transfer video from my camera to my storage device as opposed to using a firewire to transfer video?</p> <p>2. Are there any other elements that affect the quality of a video other than the lighting..the camera..and the rendering settings.</p> <p>3. Are there specific rendering settings that should be used to better compliment the type of camera that i use?</p> <p>4. Are there any plugins or additional software that i can buy to reduce video noise or improve quality to my video?</p> <p>5. What is the best setting for high quality audio.</p> <p>I think thats it..thx in advance for any help</p> http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/tips-from-the-guy-who-invented-dslr-filmmaking#post-59932 Tue, 29 Jun 2010 08:02:12 +0000 composite1 59932@http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p>I ran across these two vids interviewing Vincent Laforet the 'Father' of DSLR filmmaking. It was his short film "Reverie" made with the Canon 5D Mk II the Photographer turned the Digital Film industry on its collective head. Now barely two years later, he is now a premiere DP and expert in DSLR filmmaking. In this interview with the Phoenix Group, Laforet gives his views on types of lenses to use with your Canon DSLR rigs and tips on the best ways to shoot your images to make life easier in post.</p> <p><a href="http://vimeo.com/12917316">Vincent Laforet, Episode One: Shooting with EF Lenses</a> from <a href="http://vimeo.com/user3447564">The Phoenix Group</a> on <a href="http://vimeo.com">Vimeo</a>.</p> <p><a href="http://vimeo.com/12917908">Vincent Laforet, Episode Two: Camera Settings</a> from <a href="http://vimeo.com/user3447564">The Phoenix Group</a> on <a href="http://vimeo.com">Vimeo</a>.</p> http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/basic-audio-tips#post-57179 Wed, 07 Apr 2010 10:30:48 +0000 composite1 57179@http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p>I love sound work almost as much as video. For some dumb reason Sound Design and Field Audio are always considered 'secondary' aspects of film and videomaking. Unless you plan on making a silent movie (good luck with that), you're going to have to pay attention to sound. Even at the highest ends of production you can still get bit in the backside by poor sound capture. Here is a video by Ben Slotover with some 'Tips for Good Sound'. Be advised, there is some salty language in spots so watch at your discretion.</p> <p><a href="http://vimeo.com/10256943">Tips for good sound</a> from <a href="http://vimeo.com/user3397658">Ben Slotover</a> on <a href="http://vimeo.com">Vimeo</a>.</p> http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/need-camcorder-recommendation#post-44231 Thu, 26 Feb 2009 05:18:06 +0000 cnwoode 44231@http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p>Hello,</p> <p>I am new to this site as of today and I hope that I have found a good place to learn from some of the vest out there.  I have a general question, but first I will explain my situation.  I started out as a hobbyist, just taking pictures with my DSLR camera.  After a while, people started noticing my work and were impressed, especially with me being so new at it. </p> <p>I recently was hired for a few birthday parties and for me that was GREAT and the pictures were loved.  Well of course word got out, so now I have been asked to take pictures and video for a wedding in September.  I am not worried about the pictures, but the video I am.  I do not own a camcorder, and I haven't the slightest clue where to start.  I am by no means a professional, but I do not believe in giving people cheap products.  I have been researching for weeks now looking for the perfect, yet not most expensive or cheap camcorder. </p> <p> I have been researching the Canon HF 11, HF 100, HG 20, HG 21 and also the Sony products.  I don't know which formats are best for long filming  MiniDV, DVD, Flash or HDD.  Should I invest in lighting, microphones etc etc.  I know this was rather long for my first post, but I am hoping that enough of you will read this, have been where I am standing, and can share your best practice approach.  Remember....</p> <p> I am a beginner, but I am by no means an amatuer.  What I mean by that is, I am VERY Tech Savvy, and electronics are second nature to me, so I am not intimidated by features or manuals.  Any suggestions, I would greatly appreaciate.  Thank you in advance!</p> http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/episode-120-tips-038-tricks-boom-mics#post-37787 Sun, 29 Jun 2008 19:35:47 +0000 Aspyrider 37787@http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p> I was impressed with this Tips &amp; Tricks. Enjoyed the new graphics. (You misspelled Microphone-LOL)</p> <p>Good tip, good quality video and editing. Better than it has been before.</p> <p>Just wanted to say I like the direction it is going in. ;-)</p> <p>J.</p>