April 2003
Table of Contents
Feature Stories
Burner Basics: An Introduction to DVD Burners
An introduction to DVD burners and formats.
DVD Authoring Software
DVD authoring is easier and more fun than editing.
Shooting with Lens Filters
Lens filters control light: brightness, color, quality, focus and resolution--and they're often a simpler solution than post production effects.
Six Ways to Soup Up Your Computer for Video Editing
The good news is that modern computers are often ready to edit. The great news is that you can make yours even faster.
The 16th Annual Videomaker/Panasonic Short Video Contest Winners
They impressed us, they made us think, they made us laugh and they made us cheer.
Reviews
Macintosh Editing Computer Reviews:
Apple eMac and iMac Editing Computers
Apple eMac and iMac Editing Computers
Hitachi DZ-MV230A DVDCAM Review
Hitachi DZ-MV230A DVDCAM
DVD Authoring Software Review:
Sonic Reel DVD 3.0
Sonic ReelDVD 3.0 DVD Authoring Software
Panasonic AG-DVX100 3CCD 24p Mini DV Camcorder Review
Panasonic AG-DVX100 3CCD Mini DV Camcorder
HP Editing Computer Review:
HP xw4000 Workstation
HP xw4000 Workstation
Columns
Viewfinder: Media Diversity and You
Media Diversity and You
Home Video Hints: Composing Your Shots
Shooting great looking video can be as simple as solving a few problems with composition.
Light Source: Sound and Light Shows
With lighting, you can create spectacular elements with little or no budget.
Computer Editing: Six Transgressions of the Edit Suite: An Editor's Tale
Gather round ye acolytes of seamless editing. Today's scroll concerns a subject near and dear to all who believe in the power of the smooth program.
Sound Advice: Outdoor Audio
Learning to deal with the elements as you shoot video.
Departments
Improve Your Home DVD Movies
Tech Support
New Gear
- Apple Final Cut Express editing software
- Toshiba RD-X2 DVD-R/-RAM set-top burner with hard drive
- muvee autoProducer DVD Edition
- Samsung SR-T03 DVD-R/-RW drive
- TDK Indi DVD AID+040212 DVD-R/-RW/+R/+RW Drive
- Arboretum Systems Montage 1.0 editing software
- Pioneer DVR-A05 DVD-R/-RW drive
Latest Videos
How to Organize a Shoot
In this how-to training video we show you how and why to assemble a storyboard, organize your resources, and manage a production schedule. When film-making, tim …
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How to Cast a Video Production
Here we show you how to bring your characters to life by casting the best talent you can for your production. We show you where to look for actors, and walk you … -
How to Break Down a Script
In this segment learn how to discover the story and the characters of your next production. -
How to Get Rid of Unwanted Objects in Footage
In this training video we look at how to use object removal techniques such as scaling and cropping, chroma keying, or motion tracking.
Video Forums
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Perfect Location but No Concept
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Best camcorder less than $2K
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To Buy or Rent? That's a good question....
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Short Fight Scene (Car Hit VFX)
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Which is the best . . . . whatever?
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Tripod, fluid head, and zoom lens controller, recommendations for Canon XA10
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Turning off the REC indicator
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Using an audio mixer with a camcorder
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Introduce Yourself
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Seeking thoughts on the AG-HVX200A Camera
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Video News Blog
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Back to the Future 4? Do We Want to go Back with a Sequel?
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Weird Weddings Challenge Even Pro Videographers
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Cut Video with the Basic Editing Webinar, Feb. 22
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DSLRs' Audio Limitations: Azden's Newest Mixer May Be the Ticket
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Enter the D800 - Nikon DSLR
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We're Living in a Golden Age of Video Production
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Videomaker Workshops for February 24-26
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Editing Avid on an iPad - Imagine the Possibilities!
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Webinar Wednesday Presents: The Art of Titles and Graphics
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