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Feature Stories

Microphone Buyer's Guide

by Hal Robertson
Nothing does more to help create professional video than a good, external microphone.

Shooting an Interview TV-Style

by Jim Stinson
You can shoot a television-style interview with a single camcorder and a little creativity.

Balancing Act

by Hal Robertson
Understanding balanced and unbalanced audio connections.

Call for Entries

by Alan Sheckter
The 16th Annual Videomaker/Panasonic Short Video Contest rules, guidelines and entry form.

Departments

Letters to the Editor

by Wendy Nichols
Ask Videomaker. Questions and comments from our readers and answers from the editor.

Your Tips

by Wendy Nichols

New Gear

by Wendy Nichols
  • Sharp VL-NZ150 Mini DV Camcorder
  • Final Draft 6 Scriptwriting software
  • Photoflex CineDome pro Softbox
  • StoryView 2.0 visual outliner software
  • Sennheiser Streetwear HD 497 headphones
  • Vanguard VGA-3045A Laptop Computer Case
  • Panasonic PV-VM202 Mini DV Camcorder

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by Alan Sheckter
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July 2002
Table of Contents

Columns

Viewfinder: Networking with Other Videographers

by Matthew York
Networking with Other Videographers

Home Video Hints: Composition the Easy Way

by Jim Stinson
Good composition requires more than just a high-quality camcorder and some nice scenery. There are rules.

Light Source: Light Choice

by Dr. Robert G. Nulph
There are many different types of lights, each with its own advantages and disadvantages.

Camcorder Battery Tips

by Chuck Peters
How to make sure your battery is still alive when your ready to make that critical shot.

Video Editing: Go with the Flow

by Bill Davis
Ever been hypnotized? A well-edited movie does exactly that, and it's not a bad thing. It captures the imagination in a way that virtually takes over the brain.

Sound Advice: Editing Audio for Video

by Hal Robertson
Use a variety of editing techniques to maximize the quality of your video sound.

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