June 2009
Table of Contents
Have you ever purchased stock footage? Don't think of stock as buying someone else's work, think of it as having a larger production staff on the payroll. This month's issue has a Buyer's Guide on Stock Footage that includes video, music and sound FX so you can pick up just that perfect shot or sound to polish off your project.
This issue also has tips on using the little-known audio tools in your camcorder to the fullest, and a look at how to learn video tricks without leaving your armchair with "Sofa Film School."
From the basic 3-point lighting techniques and a Bare Basics guide to first time editors to an advanced color enhancement tutorial and working with the non-tape workflow, you won't want to miss this issue.
Feature Stories
Color Correction Enhancement
In this color correction tutorial (which is really color enhancement) we offer color correction methods for basic, intermediate and advanced users.
Digital Video Converters
You have boxes of videotapes with precious memories stored on them. That's where digital video converters come in. They can transfer VHS to DVD.
Increasing Your Inventory Using Stock Footage Libraries
Don't think of Stock Footage as using someone else's work, but as an offering of a larger video staff. The shot you need could be in a stock footage library.
Convert VHS to DVD
Sorry to be the bearer of bad news, but your analog tapes are dying. Eventually they will degrade & be lost. Learn to convert VHS to DVD & save your memories.
Reviews
Videomaker's 2009 Best Home Video Editing Software: Magix Video Pro X Video Editing Program Review
Magix Video Pro X is a good video editing program. It takes beginners up to the next step, and applies that same user-friendly workspace to avoid confusion.
Serif MoviePuls X3 Video Editing Software Review
Serif MoviePlus X3 is a an all around entry level editing program for making professional looking videos and taking your projects to the next level.
Pure Digital Flip MinoHD High Definition Camcorder Review
The Pure Digital Flip MinoHD camcorder is impressive. Now quality video & decent sound can now be had in a camera no larger than your TV's remote control.
Sony ECM-HW2 Bluetooth Wireless Microphone Review
The Sony ECM-HW2 Bluetooth camcorder microphone is lightweight & easy to use. The signal has an impressive operating range & remained strong during all tests.
HP EliteBook 8730w Mobile Workstation Review
A top of the line performer, no setup required, and plenty of media devices for a video editor. Originally, the word laptop and video editing would never...
Canon AVCHD Camcorder Review: HF S10
The Canon HF S10 AVCHD camcorder is prosumer at its best. 900 lines of resolution,divic image processing, 64 GB of Flash memory and 8.0 Megapixel Stills.
Columns
Viewfinder: Webcams
There are many positive uses a webcams. The Flip Video Spotlight Program aims to distribute 5 million webcams to nonprofit organizations by 2012.
Getting To Know Your On Camera Audio
Did you know your on camera audio may include several tools? Depending on your make and model, these extra goodies may be hiding somewhere.
Video Production Lighting Basics - Three-Point Lighting
Making sure your video production lighting looks good all comes down to video lighting basics. The best place to start is with three-point lighting.
What you need to start a videography business
The mindset and video equipment you will need to start a videography business and make money with videos as a professional videographer.
Sofa Film Schools
How to turn your sofa into a film school. The best film school is as close as your living room. Watch the best filmmakers do what they do best-make films.
Anatomy of a Vidiot
The Anatomy of a Vidiot - It's good to laugh at ourselves once in awhile. We hope you enjoy this good-natured poke at the Vidiot in all of us.
Departments
Getting Started With Free Video Editing Software
If you buy a Macintosh or Windows based system, here are some tips on getting started with the free video editing software that comes with your computer.
New Gear: Petrol • Music 2 Hues • Matrox
Petrol's C-Stand rolling bag holds up to four C-stands... Music 2 Hues' Ragtime & Dixieland Volume... Matrox's RT.X2 and RT.X2 LE available in a bundle...
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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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
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Seeking thoughts on the AG-HVX200A Camera
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Cut Video with the Basic Editing Webinar, Feb. 22
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Videomaker Workshops for February 24-26
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Webinar Wednesday Presents: The Art of Titles and Graphics
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