April 2005
Table of Contents
Feature Stories
DVD Recorders: The New VCR and More
Out there in the great home video marketplace, clearly VHS is fading, and DVD video is on the rise.
DVD Authoring and Burning Products
The home DVD production dam started breaking down when computer manufacturers started equipping their products with DVD burners.
2004 Videomaker Contest Winners
We are very pleased to present the winners of the 2004 Videomaker Short Video Contest as picked by Videomaker Magazine subscribers.
Reviews
Camcorder Review:
Panasonic VDR-M50PP DVD
Panasonic VDR-M50PP DVD Camcorder
Animated Communications 3dChor Video Effects Studio
Animated Communications 3dChor Video Effects Studio
Software Comparison:
Adobe Photoshop Album 2.0 vs. Ulead Photo Explorer 8.5
Adobe Photoshop Album 2.0 vs. Ulead Photo Explorer 8.5
Nero 6.6 Ultra Edition Disc Burning Software Review
Ahead Nero 6.6 Ultra Edition Disc Burning Software
Columns
Viewfinder: Reaching Larger Audiences
Reaching Larger Audiences
Basic Training: The 9 Classic Camera Moves
Camera moves can make your project look super professional or incredibly amateurish depending on how well you use them.
Illuminations: Mopping up Spills
Excluding light where you don't want it is as important as painting it where you do.
Plan the Shoot: Part 1 of Production Planning
Meticulous planning will enable you to shoot the program you developed and then edit the show you shot.
Video Editing : DVD Menu Authoring
How to keep that freshly burned DVD from moonlighting as a coffee-table coaster.
Sound Advice: Can You Hear Me Now?
A few simple tricks to find the best way to record and edit your narrator.
Departments
Tweaks: Kill Your Background Apps!
Keep your editing system running smoothly and improve performance and stability.
DV Caddie Shoulder Rest | Digital Video Solutions 3D titles
DV Caddie Shoulder Rest, Focus Enhancements MX-4 Video Mixer, Digital Video Solutions TitleWaves
CES Camcorder Roundup. Quick observations on the new camcorders.
The average camcorder is featuring longer optical zoom lens. Samsung has joined the fray of manufacturers offering DVD-based camcorders.
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
Feb 14
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To Buy or Rent? That's a good question....
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Short Fight Scene (Car Hit VFX)
Feb 14
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Which is the best . . . . whatever?
Feb 14
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Tripod, fluid head, and zoom lens controller, recommendations for Canon XA10
Feb 14
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Turning off the REC indicator
Feb 14
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Using an audio mixer with a camcorder
Feb 13
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Introduce Yourself
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Seeking thoughts on the AG-HVX200A Camera
Feb 13
Video News Blog
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On YouTube, Good Audio Will Put Your Video Ahead of the Pack
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Back to the Future 4? Do We Want to go Back with a Sequel?
Feb 10
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Weird Weddings Challenge Even Pro Videographers
Feb 9
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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
Feb 8
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Enter the D800 - Nikon DSLR
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We're Living in a Golden Age of Video Production
Feb 6
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Videomaker Workshops for February 24-26
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Editing Avid on an iPad - Imagine the Possibilities!
Feb 3
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Webinar Wednesday Presents: The Art of Titles and Graphics
Feb 2
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