May 2001 Table of Contents

Feature Stories

Using Mattes to Broaden Your Effects

With these seven easy steps, you can apply the special effect technique of matte sets to your videos.

Taking it Digital: Video Capture Devices

It doesn't matter if you shoot analog or digital video; if you edit with a computer, you're going to need a video digitizer or capture device.

VHS-Family Camcorder Buyer's Guide

One of the original camcorder formats is still alive and kickin' for many consumers. Maybe you're one of them.

Camera Talk: The Story Behind the Shots

Learn the basic camera moves and terminology so you can direct and shoot like a pro.

DivX ;-) -Cheap, High Quality Distribution for Your Video

with Stephen Muratore
Discover this new, high quality distribution format for Internet video.

Reviews

Avid ePublisher Interactive Content Software

Sony Digital Camcorder Review
DCR-PC110 Mini DV

Sony DCR-PC110 Mini DV Camcorder

Panasonic AG-DVC10 Mini DV Camcorder

DVLine DVStorm Editing Computer

Columns

Viewfinder: The Next Killer Ap

The Next Killer Ap

Home Video Hints: Editing for Absolute Beginners

Your TV and VCR are all that you need to start editing.

Video Out: The Wonderful World of WebCams

Check out these five easy steps to rigging your own live WebCam and connect yourself to the world.

Take 5: Five Tips for Better Interviews

Five Tips for Better Interviews

The Kindness of Strangers: Working with Amateur Cast & Crew

Practical strategies for keeping your paid and unpaid volunteers happy under a rigorous schedule.

Computer Editing: Editing Approaches

Part I: When Pictures Drive Sound. Sometimes what you see determines the pace of your edit.

Sound Advice: Going for a Loop with Music

Music creation software is a simple and affordable way to create completely customized royalty-free music.

Projected Titles: Creative Tips for Video Titling

Creating unique and interesting title effects for your video doesn't have to be difficult or expensive.

Departments

Book and Tape Reviews

QuickTime Pro 4 for Macintosh & Windows - Visual Quickstart Guide
Producing & Directing the Short Film and Video Second Edition
Final Cut Pro A to Z

New Gear

Matrox RT2000 MEGA Pack
ADS PYRO 1394 WebCam
Media 100 CineStream
AverMedia iAVerKey DV
Case Logic DVC-40 Camcorder Bag
Dazzle Hollywood DV-Bridge
Gitzo G2380 video head
StageTools MovingPicture for Mac
SkyCrane Junior Mini DV camera jib
Petrol Bags Camera Cage 1

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