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April 2007 Table of Contents

Feature Stories

Using a Car Camera Mount

Getting Off the Tripod and into the Action with Camera Car Mounts.

Editing Systems 2007 Turnkey Buyer's Guide

From SD to HD - Ready to Edit

Welcome new 64-Bit Overlords

The migration to the next generation of computer hardware is happening already, albeit somewhat

Understanding Digital Video Architecture

MPEG-2, DivX, AVCHD: These are just a few of the confusing acronyms of digital video. Let's clear the air a bit

Columns

Viewfinder

Why are Docs so Compelling?

Basic Training: Shot Lingo

Tips to define the shot you want, and the language to create it.

Producing Your Own Vidcast for Video Sharing
Part Two - Production

Podcasting, vidcasting, vodcasting or whatever you call it, the Internet

Tweaks - Performance Tips

Performance Tips

Director's Chair: Directing a Fall

Physical comedy has been a hallmark of the film industry since the early days of the silent film.

Timeline: Time Control

As editors, we are in control of the time universe. We can stretch it, shorten it, and even change Fate by manipulatiing time.

Sound Advice: Cut the Cord

A good wired microphone is perfect for reliable high quality audio, but sometimes the wires get in the way.

Departments

Quick Focus

Videomaker Presents: Vidcasting!

Century Fisheye Lens | Creative Video Blaster | Gorilla

Cantury Optics' Xtreme Fisheye is now available for Panasonic's AG-HVX200 and DVX100. Gorilla 4 production management software.

Camcorder Roundup | Canon's ZR800 | Hitachi's DZHS300A| JVC's GR-D750 | Panasonic's Mini DV Line

CES Camcorder Round-Up. New camcorders and features introduced by Panasonic, Sanyo, Canon, JVC and Hatachi at the Conusmer Electronics Show.

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