November 2006
Table of Contents
Feature Stories
Store to Stash
There's no way you can ever really have too much storage. But if you're running low, what's the best way to get more?
Accessorize and Stylize your Gear
Make room for all those gadgets you've been dreaming of.
Stream a Little Stream
So, you've cut together a pretty entertaining video and now you want everyone to see it.
Wipers au Naturel
Our media-soaked culture has made cinematic shorthand a second language.
Reviews
HP xw8400 Workstation Editing Computer Review
Rip-Roarin' Fast
Grass Valley REVPRO External USB Removable Storage Drive Review
Gigabytes to Go
JVC Everio GZ-MG505 Hard Drive Camcorder Review
A JVC For You And Me
Westcott Monte Window Light Kit Review
Light Me Up
Canopus Grass Valley EDIUS Pro 4 Editing Software Review
Star Light Star Bright
Camcorder Review Web Exclusive!
Sony HDR-HC3 Mini DV
HD for the Amateur
Columns
Practice Makes Perfect
Artists, athletes and entertainers all know that the best way to become the best at what you do is to practice as often as you can. Why shouldn't video producers do the same?
Applying 3-Point Lighting
Some folks consider it a tired cliche, but it's important to know how to set 3-point lighting, so you can work within or without this classic lighting style.
Star Wars Fan Creates Own Movie to Continue Saga
Star Wars Continues with Fan Film Fans
MPEG-4 Mysteries Revealed
Is your head drowning in acronyms such as MPEG-4, MPEG-2, H.264, 3GPP and the like? Well, we're going to throw you an MPEG-4 life ring and see if we can get you back in the boat.
Matchmaker
The audio world is full of connectors. Big, small, short and long, these essential items have vexed video producers for years.
Departments
Canon HDV Camcorders | Sony 8cm DVD+R dual-layer media
Sony camcorder DVDs. Canon XH A1 and XH G1 HDV Camcorders. Reality Sets.
Sony Debuts the HDR-FX-1, HDR-FX7 for Pro's , and the HVR-V1U
Sony Announces 2 New HDV Camcorders. Latest Adobe Elements Announced with HDV support and Scenceline editing.
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
Feb 14
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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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