December 2007 Table of Contents

Feature Stories

The Craft of Family History Videos: Making Classics Out of Clutter

We treasure our memories, but we can be easily overwhelmed. Fearlessly dive into your archives and uncap your camera lens for the holidays to create a video that will stand the test of time.

Cams!

Camcorder buying is no simple task. The best way to go about it is to decide what you need the camcorder to do for you.

8 On-the-fly Guerrilla Production Tips

Now more than ever, it's possible for one person to venture into the world and capture great video. By following a few simple guidelines, you too can be an on-the-fly guerrilla filmmaker!

Reviews

Wireless Microphone System Review: Audio-Technica ATW-1823

Can You Hear Me Now?!

Video Editing Software Review: Avid Media Composer 2.7

Taking It to the Top

Camcorder Review: Canon HG10 AVCHD

Hard Drive'n Canon - The HG10 is Canon's first HDD AVCHD camcorder. It is small and well balanced, and it comes with a 1/2.7" CMOS sensor and a host of new features that all add up to great-looking HD video. The HG10 is a good-looking compact camcorder...

Digital Video Filter Software Review: Tiffen Dfx

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Basic Training: Composition Tips for 16:9

Shooting for widescreen doesn't mean just shooting wider. It's how to creatively get your entire subject in frame and what will be lost if viewed on a 4:3 aspect ratio TV.

Director's Chair: Planning Your Shoot

There is an old saying in the business world that goes, "Poor prior planning leads to particularly poor programs." This is especially true in the video industry.

Timeline: Ripple-n-Roll, Slip-n-Slide

The basic editing tools are sometimes the most difficult to understand... here's a look at four of the most powerful techniques in your editing software's toolkit.

Sound Advice: The Art of the Remix

DJs aren't the only people who want to blend the music from song to song for the dance floor; anyone can enhance a song with just a little bit of remixing knowledge.

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Quick Focus

Holiday Gadget Guide for the Guru in You

Video Tools: DiscPainter prints labels at 1200dpi onto a CD or DVD | EX Super Fisheye

New Gear: Dymo's DiscPainter prints labels onto a CD or DVD in about a minute at 600dpi..EX Super Fisheye conversion lens offers a 116' field of view.

ProDAD Video Stabilizing Plug-In | CS3 Support For Panasonic P2 Technology

Video Industry News: ProDAD releases Mercalli Video Stabilizing Plug-in for Post Production. Adobe Announces Premiere Pro CS3 support for Panasonic P2 technology.

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Best Practices for Using a Tripod to Stabilize your Shots.

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Lighting for Video
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