Feature Stories
Why Broadcasters Want YOUR Camcorder Footage
The camcorder is making our view of the world much more personal as it has redefined television entertainment and news. Now broadcasters can't get enoughof your videos.
30-Second Sensation
Your camcorder, some creative ideas and an afternoon's work are all you need to create a 30-second "commercial" with this script and storyboard.
Steal from the Best
Compare the style and technique of eight great film makers as we demonstrate what you can learn from the masters.
Take It Light-ly
From inexpensive on-camera lights to costly lighting systems with all of the amenities, we've got it covered. In this article, we show you the lighting equipment for four levels of video producers: the casual user, serious amateur, entry-level professional and serious pro.
Let the Sun Shine In: How To Control the Great Outdoor Light Source
Though massive and incredibly bright, the sun is not the greatest light source for shooting video. Here we cover the most effective ways to modify, control and supplement the sun's light for good outdoor video.
Going Wide: How To Use A Wide-Angle Lens
There's a whole wide world hidden right in front of your camcorder. In these pages, find out how to use a wide-angle lens to free your vision.
Departments
Book and Tape Reviews
- Sales and Marketing
- Capture the Power
- The Home Studio Guide to Microphones
Gear
- Sony DCR-SC100
- MEtaCreations Bryce 3D
- Mitsubishi HS-U680
- Martel Electronics Videomaster V456-2
- Panasonic PV-DP2000
- iRez CapSure PC Card
- Dubner Stealer-in-Color
- TechSmith SnagIt 4.1
- Castlewood ORB
- DogByte Custom Video Labels and Covers
April 1998
Table of Contents
Columns
Viewfinder: Videomaker's Vision
"The rights of the whole can be no more than the sum of the rights of the individuals." - Thomas Jefferson
Getting Started: Avoiding Common Camcorder Mistakes
Five ways to keep from shooting yourself in the foot.
Rewind: Four From the Videomaker Vault
They seemed like good ideas at the time
Profile: Look! Up in the Sky: It's Video Man!
A hobbyist merges freefall and video
into a thrilling career.
Edit Suite: It's About Time: How To Control Pacing
Make your videos more interesting by
manipulating time.
Audio advice: Analog to Digital Conversion
How to convert analog to digital.
Test Bench
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Benchmarks
- Panasonic PV-D607 VHS-C Camcorder
- Sony CCD-TRV52 8mm Camcorder
- Samsung SCL918mm Camcorder
- Organica 3D Modeling Software
- Pyromania! Pro
- Panasonic PV-D607 VHS-C Camcorder
How Many Cameras?
How can a videographer who only has one camcorder and no control room hope to produce a slick and professional-looking video? Find out how in this article about clever editing techniquesfor making one camera look like many.