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July 2006 Table of Contents

Feature Stories

Got Mobile? Get Movin' with a Mobile Studio!

Today we can create video almost anywhere. We aren't confined to using a TV studio, edit lab, or even our own den.

A Complete Guide to Shooting Wedding Video

It's not just the newlyweds making wedding promises. Before you say

Choosing a Video Switcher

Key factors to consider when buying a video switcher

Microphone Buyer's Guide

To appreciate where we are in regards to microphones, let's review a little history.

How to Make a Video Look Like Film

How to use movement, lighting, and filters, to make a video look like film.

Reviews

Software Review:
Adobe Premiere Pro 2.0 Video Editing Software

Adobe Premiere Pro 2.0 Video Editing Software Review

Camcorder Stabilizer Review: Tiffen Steadicam Merlin Hand-Held

It's no surprise that the Merlin has more than 30 years of R&D behind it.

Mini HD Camcorder Review:
Sanyo VPC-HD1 Xacti

When Sanyo introduced the HD1 Xacti at this year's International CES (Consumer Electronics Show) in January, the tiny Sanyo garnered much attention for good reason: who wouldn't want a pocket-sized camcorder capable of recording progressive HD video onto a memory card?

Review: Litepanels Mini LED Video Lighting DV Camera Kit

The little LEDs in this DV camera-mounted light kit produce a very nice even light and are extremely power-efficient, consuming less than 1/3 the power of standard tungsten bulbs.

Test Bench: Professional Sound Corp. DV Promix 3 Portable Audio Mixer

Professional Sound Corp. DV Promix 3 Portable Audio Mixer

Columns

Viewfinder: Privacy Expectations

Privacy Expectations

Basic Training: 7 Ways to Involve the Kids

Children love to make videos, all they need is the impetus and opportunity. So take the camera out of the closet on a lazy Sunday and say

Distro Bistro

You've finally got that masterpiece in the can, now what?

Illuminations: Reflecting on Reflectors

No money for more lights? No problem! Here are sure-fire, no-power solutions to making your subject shine.

Becoming a Professional Video Editor

Part 1: Growth, your tools and your space. Step 1: Clean up your act! If video editors desk is a home-office catch-all, the video editor is not using space effectively or time efficiently.

Sound Advice: Mix it Right

Mixing audio correctly is a true art form, as well as a necessary skill to have in your video production toolbox. After all, sound is half the experience of a video production.

Departments

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Quick Focus

LensPen | Videssence P055-155BX light kit | DVDAfterEdit

LensPen for safely cleaning any kind of lenses. 55-watt florescent lamp utilizes reflectors produce 71% more light.

JVC Debuts HD200U and GY-HD250U | Sony's royalty free music software.

Two new video cameras from JVC. Sony's new Cinescore allows you to create your own royalty free background music for your videos.

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How to set-up a tripod to capture professional level video. Learn the step-by-step process for setting up and stabilizing your tripod.

Lighting for Video
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Audio for Video
How to capture Audio when shooting video. How to select the best microphone and location for the best audio and solve common problems videographers encounter wh …
Hand Held Video Camera Shooting Tips
This video shows you how to create better, more professional looking video by taking a closer look at hand held video camera shooting. Learn how to get effecti …

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