April 2010
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Did your old wireless microphone stop working? In this month's issue we discuss the recent changes in FCC bandwidth allocation and how it may affect you and your gear. Also in our April issue, we talk with filmmakers Ali Santana and Jessie James Jackson, Jr. They give us some insight on how to make your next low-budget music video look like a million bucks. And, if you skipped CES this year you're not at an entire loss. Our CES Wrap feature story will give you a run-down of all the wonderful gadgets you missed out on.
Also, Be sure to check out our What's Legal column this month and find out who really owns your uploaded videos.
Feature Stories
Third-Party Plug-Ins
Looking for more production punch from your non-linear editing and motion graphics compositing program? Listed are numerous companies selling plug-ins to make them even more potent.
Cool New High-tech Gadgets for Video Production
CES Wrap-up: Where Comfortable Shoes Meets Video High-Tech
Making Music Videos
When most new filmmakers think of making a Music Video, images of beautiful dancers, exotic locations and slick musicians come to mind.
DSLRs That Shoot HD Video - A Different Kind of Camcorder
Technology is converging - consumer digital cameras now shoot HD video and video camcorders shoot multi-megapixel photos. And the trend has continued into professional digital SLR cameras, which have evolved to add the ability to shoot HD video.
Reviews
Corel Digital Studio 2010 Review
Understandably lacking in higher end features Corel Digital Studio 2010 contains a nice mix of options for the home photo/video enthusiast.
Zacuto Z-Finder, Switronix DSLR-Pro and Ikan V5600 Review
These three products both promise and deliver greater control over the image acquisition process and will be a welcome addition to the serious DSLR video producer's toolkit.
JVC GZ-HM400 HD Camcorder Review
The JVC GZ-HM400 is a handy little HD hard drive camera with tons of bells and whistles for its size.
Glidecam X-10/HD-4000 Review
The value of X-10/HD-4000 as a professional camcorder stabilization system is hard to beat.
Sony Sound Forge Pro 10 Audio Editing Software Review
Audio editing powerhouse - from raw audio to editing to mastering, including sound design, audio restoration, processing and effects, and even Red Book CD creation.
Columns
Viewfinder: Camcorder's Face
I have been writing this column named Viewfinder for Videomaker since 1986. I can't recall if I have ever written about the word viewfinder, before today.
When to Move the Camera
You know the camera moves and names, but that's just half the battle. Here are some answers to WHEN and how to use those moves effectively.
What is Lux?
Manufacturers seem to have different way of defining the word lux. But what is it, and how can you compare your camcorder's "lux level" to that of others?
YouTube Copyright Rights
How your copyright rights are affected by YouTube. An overview of the YouTube terms of service and how your distribution rights are affected when you post videos on YouTube.
Reader Profile - Lisa McCormick
Video creation is sometimes a singular business, but video producers are a social lot. Our curiosity about our readers has inspired us to create this column to introduce you to your fellow video producers.
Tips for Lower Third Titles
The best way to identify your Spokesperson in your video is by using a lower third byline. Creating them is more than just making a title, they identify a brand and style.
FCC Laws and Wireless Mics
How old is your wireless mic system? Are you aware it might be deemed inoperable, even illegal by new FCC rules? DTV is changing how we can use wireless signals.
TV vs. Web Advertising
Can you still make money in advertising? Yes, but maybe not in the way you might think. The potential for video advertising is unlimited. Here are some ideas to get started.
Departments
Does YouTube own my Videos?
Comments and links to recent Videomaker Magazine Articles written to help people create better video.
Wearable HD Camcorder shoots
Twenty20, Inc. - Wearable HD Cam, MediaPreview Ltd, -8mm Distress Kit, OWLE - Bubo
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