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Having a firm understanding of how video equipment works will allow you to use your gear to its fullest potential, enable you to easily solve problems when they arise and determine your needs when it comes time to purchase new equipment.

Theory

  • Make Video With Wood

    Jackson Wong - April 30th, 2013

    tall redwood trees seen though two shadowy trunks
    Maybe this is due to a recent drive through the Avenue of the Giants, but trees are more and more bringing me to humility. If you ever have the chance, visit Northern California's coast and see the redwoods, especially the northern-most areas where portions of forest were filmed as the Endor moon from Return of the Jedi. Aside from making great backdrops, let's focus on wood products for video.

  • Recycling Electronics - Are you There?

    Jennifer O'Rourke - April 19th, 2013

    Trash can full of obsolete electronics
    What do you do when your camcorder, computer, tablet or other device is no longer useful to you, but still has use in its electronics? Do you sell it? Donate it? Save it for historical laughs or throw it in a landfill?

  • Quick Focus

    Anonymous (not verified) - Wed, 08/01/2012 - 12:00am

    Quick Focus
    Specialized video tools are necessary to make good productions better. Here's a quick look at the ikan T-Slate and MovieSlate for ipads, a great tool for work in the field. Also a look into the future - will mobile phones shoot 4k footage soon? And "Who Are You?" Videomaker wants to know who our readers are - take our survey, let your voice be heard!

  • Viewfinder: What's Next?

    Anonymous (not verified) - Sun, 01/01/2012 - 12:00am

    Viewfinder: What's Next?
    4K cinematic resolution is on it's way and although it's too costly for the average consumer now, just like the early camcorders and DVD players, the prices will surly come down. Are you ready to take that next leap?

  • Videomaker's Silver Anniversary

    Anonymous (not verified) - Wed, 06/01/2011 - 12:00am

    Videomaker's Silver Anniversary
    "It's a magazine about a powerful tool and how you can use it effectively in many situations, some of which have yet to be discovered." Matt York, Viewfinder column - Videomaker Vol. I, Number 1, June 1986.

  • The History of Video - Historical Showdown

    Anonymous (not verified) - Wed, 06/01/2011 - 12:00am

    The History of Video - Historical Showdown
    Some technological breakthroughs were marvelous time-savers, others were, well, not so stellar. Here's a look back at the beginnings of video gadget history.

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