May 2008
Table of Contents
Feature Stories
Producer Profile: Oscar Documentary Magic
An Inspiration for the Documentarian in All of Us
Public Access Television
How to produce video productions with someone else's gear and get them broadcast - for free!
Tutorial: DVD Motion Menus
Some simpler DVD authoring programs have auto-everything, and all you have to do is "click...click...click" to make a finished project. But there's a real beauty in DVD motion menu making, and this month's tutorial is all about how you can take control of your program and make your DVD menus come to life.
Video Monitors Buyer's Guide
A Closer Look
Video Bag Buyer's Guide
A place to put your stuff, so you can get more stuff
20th Annual Videomaker Short Video Contest Winners
There are a lot of video contests popping up all over the place, but we are proud to say that Videomaker was one of the first to offer this fun and challenging event.
Reviews
Canon HR10 DVD Camcorder Review
HD In a Small Can - The HR10 is part of Canon's second generation of AVCHD camcorders attempting to deliver the DVD format for consumers. Using the AVCHD codec, the HR10 takes the next step by giving consumers HD on a DVD. DVD-recordable formats made a big impact on consumers...
Azden SMX-10 Microphone Review
Small and Powerful
DYMO DiscPainter CD/DVD Printer Review
Colorful Printing
Pinnacle Systems VideoSpin Video Editing Software Review
Automatic for the Rookies
Nero 8 Ultra Edition Disc-Burning Software Review
The Burninator
Columns
The F-Word Conundrum
The Word Film
Three-Point Lighting 101
Lighting can be extremely complicated. Some movie and TV shoots use dozens of lights to assure proper scene lighting. Here's a primer to help dispel the mystery.
Using Practicals
Lighting a scene using everyday lamps realistically is a skill that earns Hollywood gaffers top dollars. Here are some tips to using practicals in your next video.
Intermediate Codec Transcoding
As CPUs get faster, machines are able to utilize more RAM and editing software gets more efficient, the need for intermediate codecs for editing HDV may fall away.
It's a Noisy World
Unless you're sitting in the middle of a soundproof room, the sounds of distant traffic noise, construction and aircraft are everywhere.
Departments
Shotgun Microphone Gives Most Directional Input
Your Questions Answered
New Video Equipment: Mini Sentry Case to deter theft|Roland CD-2e|Desktop Network Storage
New Gear: CalVideo's Sentry Case is designed to deter theft of video equipment with 108db alarm. Recording studio runs on 6-AA batteries.
Latest Videos
Defining the Film Look
All video professionals and indie filmmakers put a great deal of effort into their final product. Many of them wish to go a step beyond and achieve that pinnacl …
-
How to Make Your Own DSLR Camera Rig
Ever since DSLR cameras started recording video, cinematographers everywhere have used them to give their videos a sleek and "professional" feel. However, quali … -
How to Make Your Own Car Mount
It's pretty commonplace for someone to ask how a special effect shot in a summer blockbuster was done, but you don't often hear someone asking how an exterior c … -
How to Make Your Own Boom Pole, Blimp, and Windscreen
Believe it or not, audience members are more likely to forgive poorly captured video than poorly captured sound which means that capturing clear audio is an inc …
Video Forums
-
Pinnacle or Sony Vegas which to use?
May 28
-
The right SD card for Canon Vixia HF S100
May 28
-
HVR-V1P Sony Cam & Edit Questions
May 28
-
Studio DIY budget Ceiling Rail System
May 28
-
So when should I go 'Pro'?
May 28
-
Best Printer for DVDs and Jewel Case Inserts?
May 28
-
How to light a scene (bathroom commercial)
May 28
-
Looking for help on a music promo video - how to?
May 28
-
Tips for shooting a music video
May 27
-
Old Fashioned Block Font
May 27
Video News Blog
-
Gap Tooth Documentary Shows Even Small Stories Can Intrigue
May 25
-
Car Mounts Photo Shoot, Behind the Scenes at Videomaker
May 24
-
OmniVision Announces 4K Video Sensor for Phones
May 23
-
PENTAX K-30 - Adventure With It
May 22
-
CTIA 2012 Spotlight Award Winner: Western Digital Socrpio Blue 7mm Hard Drive
May 21
-
CTIA 2012 Spotlight Award Winner: Kingston Wi-Drive 64GB
May 21
-
Video Production Tip: Use Green Screen Wisely
May 21
-
CTIA 2012 Spotlight Award Winner: Pop Video Projector
May 21
-
Sony Sends in New Alpha Cameras: the NEX-F3 and SLT-A37
May 18
-
Event Videography Improved by Using Multiple Cameras
May 17
Connect with Videomaker
Videomaker eNews
Videomaker eNews contains industry news and informative articles about video-related products, tips & techniques, special offers, events information and exclusive discounts. And now, sign up to receive Videomaker eNews and download Editing Dirty Little Tricks free! Learn the Band-Aid-type fix-it solutions the pros use.
