August 2005
Table of Contents
Feature Stories
48 Hour Film Challenge
If you haven't heard, there's a new video contest coming to a town near you. It's called the 48-Hour Film Project.
Tripods in a Supporting Role
Choosing the right tripod doesn't have to be a shaky experience. Follow these simple guidelines and you will be on your way to a smoother, more professional-looking video presentation.
Out of the Box, Into the Edit
Understanding the advantages and limitations of turnkey editing systems.
2005 Videomaker/Digital Juice Short Video Contest Call for Entries
It's time for the 19th Annual Videomaker/Digital Juice Short Video Contest. Take a chance--put your video skills on the line, and you might just win some great video tools.
Reviews
Apple iDVD 5.0 DVD Authoring Software Review
Apple iDVD 5.0 DVD Authoring Software
Lite-On LVW-5045 DVD Recorder Review
Outside of the firmware issues, the LVW-5045 is a good DVD Recorder with plenty of HDD space.
Disc Makers ReflexMax4 DVD Duplicator Review
Disc Makers ReflexMax4 DVD Duplicator
Tsunami MPEG DVD Author Encoding and Authoring Software Review
Tsunami MPEG DVD Author Encoding and Authoring Software
Sony HDR-HC1 HDV Camcorder Review
Sony HDR-HC1 HDV Camcorder
Columns
Viewfinder: How do You Feel about Making Video?
How do You Feel about Making Video?
Shooting the Four Seasons
"Neither Rain nor Sleet nor Dark of Night..." will keep the dedicated videographer from capturing the essence of the seasons... and you can too, with these tips from the pros.
On-Camera Lighting
Lights mounted on camcorders are fairly crude and often frustrating; but there are times when you just gotta have 'em.
Make Room for Data
How to sequence files, audio files, graphics, and all manner of other digital work files populating your virtual folders or scattered around your desktop.
A Little Balance
A quick overview of the differences between balanced and unbalanced audio, along with the benefits of using balanced audio.
Departments
DVD Authoring with Adobe Encore DVD is Thorough Package
DVD Authoring with Adobe Encore DVD
- Total Training: Adobe Premiere Pro, Set 1
- MyDVD 5 for Windows
Video Channels and More Video Channels
Quick Focus
Panasonic AG-HVX200 | Newest Version of Vegas | DV-to-DVD Wizard
AG-HVX200 can capture HD footage onto memory cards at both 1080i and 720p. VideoStudio 9 includes a new DV-to-DVD Wizard and chromakey.
Blu-ray is on the Way. Disposable Camcorders?
Video industry news. Blu-ray is on the Way. Disposable 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
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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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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?
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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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