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Highlights from the 1995 Videomaker Expo: The Camcorder Panel Proceedings

by Joe McCleskey
Highlights from the 1995 Videomaker Expo

Makin' Tracks: Audio Tape Recorders

by Stuart Sweetow
You don't need to be a Hollywood movie mogul or a New York music impressario to get good audio. Here's a look at audio recorders for video.

Video Cleaning Products: Maintain Your Gear To Maintain Your Sanity

by Mark Bosko
Dirt, dust and foreign objects don't mix well with video equipment. This article explains what cleaning products work best, and how to use them safely and effectively.

Taking Your Camcorder on the Road

by Daal Praderas
There's more to outdoor videomaking than just pointing your camcorder at the wonders of naturre. This article will show you how to handle the elements while you're shooting on location.

A Close Look at Viewfinders

by Glenn Calderone
What's inside a viewfinder? How does it work? And which one is best for your videomaking? Join us for the answers to these and other questions about that wonderous window into your video world.

Departments

Video Q&A

by Doug Polk

Letters

by Joe McCleskey

Quick Focus

by Joe McCleskey

QF User Groups

by Joe McCleskey

QF Web Watch

by Joe McCleskey

Product Scene

by Joe McCleskey
  • Panasonic PV-D705 XL
  • Maxell Camcorder Plus battery line
  • Hotronic AR31
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August 1995
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Columns

Video Business Ideas: The Local Fashion Show

by Matthew York
Make money by advertising local merchants on local ad networks.

Camera Work: As Easy as A/B Roll

by Jim Stinson
As Easy as A/B Roll

Pause: Watch the Ads, Watch Video

by Stephen Muratore
Watch the Ads, Watch Video

Edit Points: Picking a Protocol

by Mike Loehr
Picking a Protocol

Sound Reasoning: The Mixer Method

by Doug Polk
The Mixer Method

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