Feature Stories
Camcorder Battery Care
Whether your camcorder batteries are NiCd or Li-Ion, some common sense and TLC will increase their output and prolong their lives.
Camcorders for the Rest of Us
Even in this digital age, camcorder manufacturers continue to market analog (8mm, Hi8, VHS and VHS-C) camcorders. Why? Because analog camcorders are affordable, approachable and just might be all you'll ever need.
How DV Works: Technical Feature
Take an up-close tour of the digital video system and see first-hand how this technology works.
Departments
New Gear
- JVC GR-HD1 Mini DV/HD Camcorder
- Maxtor Personal Storage 5000DV FireWire/USB 2 Hard Drive
- Canon ZR Camcorders
- Sharp Z-series Viewcams
- Schriber Acoustic SA-568 Shotgun Microphone
- Apple PowerBook G4
- Panasonic VDR-M30 DVD Camcorder
Video News
Video industry news. Apple Announces FCP4 and DVD Studio Pro 2. JVC Pro's Low Dollar High-Def Camcorder. Panasonic AG-DVC80 and Tapeless Technology. Ulead Announces StudioQuartet Bundle.
June 2003
Table of Contents
Columns
Viewfinder: Deriving More Value from Your Video Gear
Deriving More Value from Your Video Gear
Home Video Hints: Make Your Move
Put the
Video Screenings for Fun and Fame
Five steps to hosting your own mini-festival.
Camcorder lighting: On-Camera Lights
How to make the most of an on-board lamp.
Jargon: Web Video Glossary
Web Video Glossary
Stealth Directing: Getting the Most out of Real People
When directing amateurs, you use different techniques than when working with pros.
Computer Editing: Editing Audio First
Sometimes sound comes first.
Sound Advice: Makin' Music
Custom soundtracks for your video projects.
Test Bench
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Video Interview Lighting Kit Review: Smith Victor K77
An affordable 3-light package that will allow you to light great-looking video without breaking the bank. -
3D Animation Software Comparison:
Eovia Carrara 2 Basics vs. Ulead COOL 3D StudioEovia Carrara 2 Basics vs. Ulead COOL 3D Studio -
Digital8 Camcorder Review:
Sony DCR-TRV350Sony DCR-TRV350 Digital8 Camcorder -
Windows Movie Maker: Free Video Editing Software for Windows XP Users
Before spending your money on expensive complex software, try this free program from Microsoft. -
Dell Precision Workstation 650 Video Editing Computer Review
Dell Precision Workstation 650 Editing Computer