January 2012
Table of Contents
The Best Products of the Year for Video Production is the theme for this issue - a year's worth of products have been tested and analyzed and we made our pick of the ones we think stand out from the rest. Also in this issue, tips for finding Free Sound Effects, entering video contests and a look at All Things 3D Buyer's Guide.
Feature Stories
Beyond HD: 4K Resolution is Coming
With a growing selection of 4K televisions and recent announcements of affordable cinema-style camcorders, 4K resolution is poised to become a new standard.
Everything 3D Buyer's Guide
If you really want to learn all you need to know about 3D gear - you need to start with some education. From capture to output, this 3D imaging gear Buyer's Guides, written by one of the best 3D producers in the field, should help get you started.
Google Video: Getting Your Video Seen Online
Are you being found on Google Videos? Google Videos is Google's search tool specifically for finding video content.
Videomaker's Best Video Products of the Year 2011
The best video production products of 2011, selected by the editors of Videomaker.
Reviews
Sony Vegas Movie Studio HD Platinum 11 Editing Software Review
This is a tool for people who just want to get down to editing, with the kind of precise control needed to create productions you envision.
Zacuto Z-Finder EVF Pro HDSLR Viewfinder Review
For the serious videographer looking for maximum HDSLR creativity, the Z-Finder EVF Pro by Zacuto is an investment worth considering.
Corel MotionStudio 3D Editing Software Review
Corel MotionStudio 3D brings 3D modeling to video editing to customize objects, attributes, motions, and entire 3D scenes.
Avid Media Composer 5.5 Advanced Editing Software Review
With its top-of-the-line media management tools, generous suite of high-end software, and impeccable history, the Avid Media Composer 5.5 suite is perfect for any editor who is looking to take their editing to the next level.
Columns
Viewfinder: What's Next?
4K cinematic resolution is on it's way and although it's too costly for the average consumer now, just like the early camcorders and DVD players, the prices will surly come down. Are you ready to take that next leap?
How to Make a Video
You gotta start somewhere. Sometime along your path, you contemplated shooting video or you shot some footage and decided you liked doing it, now what?
Winning Video Contests and Film Festivals
Winning prizes, earning acclaim, and getting your name known are just a few of the perks to competing in film festivals and video contests.
Producer Profile: Up and Coming Producer Daniel Hart
Getting paid to do what he loves, we catch up with a young producer who is definitely going places and proves that it's never too soon to start thinking about what you want to be when you grow up.
Selecting the Right Video Editing Software
There are many video editing software packages available today. So many, in fact, that it can be an overwheling task to choose the right video editing software for your needs.
Free Sound Effects
It happens when you least expect it - you suddenly realize you need some sound effects for your project but you have no budget. Now what?
Departments
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 …
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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 …
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PENTAX K-30 - Adventure With It
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CTIA 2012 Spotlight Award Winner: Western Digital Socrpio Blue 7mm Hard Drive
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CTIA 2012 Spotlight Award Winner: Kingston Wi-Drive 64GB
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Video Production Tip: Use Green Screen Wisely
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CTIA 2012 Spotlight Award Winner: Pop Video Projector
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