September 2007 Table of Contents

Feature Stories

The Cable Conundrum

Separating the S from the XLR, the USB from the VGA or the DVI and giving you the ABCs on choosing the right cable for the right price.

Unsung Heroes: Camcorder Support Systems

The stars of video production equipment are not tripods, dollies or jibs. That's not their role. They are meant to blend into the background, be sturdy and dependable and never have tantrums on set. Of course, they may be typecast into supporting roles, but replace that sturdy, fluid and dependable friend with a loose lackey, and all of a sudden, everything else doesn't seem to matter.

The Keys To Chromakey:
How To Use A Green Screen

How to use a Green Screen to create the background you want in your video.

Behind the Lens

With some producers that inspire us.

Call For Entries

Fire up the editing systems and get ready to rumble! The 20th Annual Videomaker Short Video Contest is about to commence.

Reviews

High-Definition Hard Disk Camcorder Review:
JVC GZ-HD7U

Handy Hard Disk

Video Editing Software Review:
Ulead VideoStudio 11 Plus

Just Add Video

Video Transfer Device Review:
JVC Pro SR-DVM700 Mini DV/HDD/DVD Recorder

Hit the Record Deck!

Video Editing Software Review:
Apple Final Cut Studio 2

A Cut Above

Matrox MXO (2.0) Display Output Device Review

Marrying the Two

Columns

Viewfinder: WITNESS

WITNESS

How to Make a Movie: Low Budget, Big Bang

One of the most exciting things that has happened to moviemaking lately is that consumer products have approached the level of professional gear.

10 Steps to the Best Video for Worship

Shooting within the confines of a live event can try the patience of Job. But pulling it off is heavenly joy.

Illuminations: Specialty Lighting

Lighting can make or break the mood of your video. If you wish to evoke suspense, tension or romance, then traditional three-point lighting isn't enough.

Jargon

Computer Video Editing Terms

Timeline: Cookin' with Keyframes

Cookin' with Keyframes

Sound Advice: Tune your Room

Tune your Room

Departments

Tech Support

Your Questions Answered

In Box

Reader's Letters

Quick Focus

Topical News

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Latest Videos

Green Screen Video Tutorial

In this green screen video tutorial, we show you how to set-up a green screen for chromakey and how to best sell the green screen effect to your viewers.

Mastering Your Camera Controls
Don't leave important decisions up to your camera! In this video you will learn how to use the camera controls to adjust the white balance, focus, audio and iri …
Best Practices for Using a Tripod to Stabilize your Shots.
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
How to use indoor lights, natural light, and camera controls to create the best lighting for video production.

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