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35mm Adapter Buyer's Guide

Tue, 01 Dec 2009 00:00:00 PST

In 35mm adapters, the ground glass often moves in order to simulate a film grain look, and to minimize the presence of the ground glass texture in your image.

Basic Shooting (DVD)

Tue, 24 Nov 2009 04:58:32 PST

Crucial videography tips every beginner must know. Tips on selecting the best camcorder. Lessons on how to work with videography equipment including video…

Advanced Shooting (DVD)

Tue, 24 Nov 2009 04:58:32 PST

In this DVD, the experts at Videomaker go beyond the basics and teach you to use stroyboards, camera angles and shots and camera stabilization techniques. Make…

Composition 101

Tue, 24 Nov 2009 04:58:32 PST

Make the screen your canvas and compose a masterpiece! What separates the amateurs from the masters? In this first section on composition, we'll review some…

Face Detection Technology

Tue, 24 Nov 2009 04:58:32 PST

This edoc focuses on face detection capabilities. What does it do, how does it work, and will it work for me?

Vacation Videos

Tue, 24 Nov 2009 04:58:32 PST

It's time to teach your family and friends how to make an interesting, entertaining and watchable video journal of their summer vacation.

Multicam Shooting

Sun, 01 Jul 2007 00:00:00 PDT

Whether it's shooting a wedding, baseball game, church service or two-person interview, shooting it with more than one camera can be a time-saving and very…

Basic Training: Practice Makes Perfect

Wed, 01 Nov 2006 00:00:00 PST

Artists, athletes and entertainers all know that the best way to become the best at what you do is to practice as often as you can. Why shouldn't video…

How to Make a Video Look Like Film

Sat, 01 Jul 2006 00:00:00 PDT

How to use movement, lighting, and filters, to make a video look like film.

Basic Training: Buttons, More Buttons

Thu, 01 Jun 2006 00:00:00 PDT

Some camcorders have a plethora of buttons, others are menu-driven. Many name a button control one thing, and others call it something else. It's time for the…

Camcorder Review: Canon Optura 600 Mini DV

Wed, 01 Mar 2006 00:00:00 PST

Canon Optura 600 Mini DV Camcorder

Quick Focus

Wed, 01 Mar 2006 00:00:00 PST

Quick Focus

JVC GY-HD100 Digital Camera Review

Thu, 01 Dec 2005 00:00:00 PST

Shooting HDV

Sat, 01 Jan 2005 00:00:00 PST

High definition video gives more to the viewer, but it asks more of the shooter. What do you need to know to begin?

Basic Training: Camera Magic

Sat, 01 Jan 2005 00:00:00 PST

All the tricks and techniques of in-camera effects that take your ho-hum video from the ordinary to the brilliant with these savvy shooter's tips.

Camcorder Review:Sony DSR-PD170 DVCAM

Wed, 01 Dec 2004 00:00:00 PST

Sony DSR-PD170 DVCAM Camcorder

Sony Camcorder Review: DCR-VX2100 Camcorder

Sat, 02 Oct 2004 00:00:00 PDT

Sony DCR-Vx2100 Camcorder

Video Editing: Bright Ideas

Fri, 01 Oct 2004 00:00:00 PDT

Controlling video brightness in your editing system.

Camcorder Review:Panasonic AG-DVC30 Mini DV

Wed, 01 Sep 2004 00:00:00 PDT

Panasonic AG-DVC30 3-CCD Mini DV Camcorder

AG-DVX100A Mini DV Panasonic Digital Camcorder Review

Sun, 01 Aug 2004 00:00:00 PDT

The AG-DVX100A Panasonic digital camcorder is a serious contender in the 3-chip prosumer camcorder market.

Jargon: Audio Acquisition Terms

Thu, 01 Jul 2004 00:00:00 PDT

Audio Acquisition Terms

Camcorder Review: Canon Optura 300 Mini DV

Thu, 01 Jul 2004 00:00:00 PDT

Canon Optura 300 Mini DV Camcorder

Decoding Camera Buttons

Tue, 01 Jun 2004 00:00:00 PDT

Camcorder buttons and their uses.

Sound Advice: AGC Coping Skills

Tue, 01 Jun 2004 00:00:00 PDT

Learning to live with built-in audio controls.

A Focus on Focus

Sat, 01 May 2004 00:00:00 PDT

Focus is much more than just getting a technically sharp image.

The End of the Shaky Camera

Mon, 01 Mar 2004 00:00:00 PST

An image stabilizer primer.

Buying a Camcorder

Mon, 01 Dec 2003 00:00:00 PST

Finding the perfect balance of features, price and quality.

Jargon: Camcorder Terms

Wed, 01 Oct 2003 00:00:00 PDT

Camcorder Terms

In Box

Mon, 01 Sep 2003 00:00:00 PDT

In Box

Is 24P for Me?

Fri, 01 Aug 2003 00:00:00 PDT

You may want 24p, but do you really need it?

What is Lux: Shedding Some Light on Low Light Cameras

Tue, 01 Jul 2003 00:00:00 PDT

Manufacturers love low lux ratings, but consumers may be left in the dark.

Home Video Hints: Shooting Steady

Thu, 01 May 2003 00:00:00 PDT

Steady your shots withh these handy tips.

Take 5: 5 Considerations for Event Video

Thu, 01 May 2003 00:00:00 PDT

5 Considerations for Event Video

How to Use a Camcorder: Buttons and Contols

Sat, 01 Mar 2003 00:00:00 PST

Learn how to use the common camera buttons and controls on camcorders.

Choosing a Camcorder: from Supersaver to First Class

Sun, 01 Dec 2002 00:00:00 PST

There are many ways to get where you're going, at a price you can afford.

Lens Accessories for Your Camcorder

Fri, 01 Nov 2002 00:00:00 PST

Lens filters and accessories help you capture creative clips without digital manipulation.

Dissecting a Digital Camcorder

Tue, 01 Oct 2002 00:00:00 PDT

Watch over a shade tree technician's shoulder as he lays out all of a camcorder's parts--from lens to CCD to record head--but don't try this at home!

In Box

Tue, 01 Oct 2002 00:00:00 PDT

In Box

Home Video Hints: Pushing the Right Buttons

Thu, 01 Aug 2002 00:00:00 PDT

The presence and location of manual camcorder settings play an important role in video production.

Depth of Field

Fri, 01 Mar 2002 00:00:00 PST

How to control the depth of field so your subject stands out sharply.

Videomaker's Annual 2009 Camcorders Buyer's Guide

Tue, 01 Dec 2009 00:00:00 PST

When shopping for cameras, you can expect to find prices that start as low as $50 and skyrocket to the "if you have to ask" range.

Foldable Videography Tip Sheet

Tue, 24 Nov 2009 04:58:32 PST

A handy, foldable Videography Tip Sheet to have with you while working on your video projects!

Tutorials - Mastering Your Camera Controls

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 13:19:58 PST

Don't leave important decisions up to your camera! In this video you will learn how to use the camera controls to adjust the white balance, focus, audio and…

Tutorials - Getting That Film Look Tutorial

Fri, 24 Jul 2009 22:41:27 PDT

How often do we still hear the term, filming, when everyone really means videotaping? While we easily forgive friends or even clients as they repeat this…

Homepage -

Fri, 24 Jul 2009 22:41:27 PDT

Tips and Tricks - Lens Filters

Sat, 19 Apr 2008 01:38:55 PDT

Charlie discusses lens filters you can use when shooting your footage.

Tips and Tricks - Depth of Field

Sat, 04 Aug 2007 04:30:26 PDT

John explains how to use depth of field to your advantage.

Tips and Tricks - Interior Lighting

Sat, 16 Jun 2007 05:30:31 PDT

In our Tips & Tricks segment, John introduces some tips on interior lighting.

Tips and Tricks - Multi-cam shooting. Shooting fireworks.

Tue, 11 Jul 2006 19:25:00 PDT

News and Technology - Morgan & New York Times Internet video Warner Bros., Google, AOL all doing Internet ShopWiki paying…

Tips and Tricks - Letters and Tips

Mon, 01 May 2006 17:44:00 PDT

With Charlie / Brian

Tips and Tricks - Letters and Tips

Thu, 16 Feb 2006 22:30:00 PST

DV at Sundance, SONY interview, "Beijing Golf Classic" viewer video, Transferring old home movies, Terabyte drives

Camcorder Accessories: Lenses and Filters

Tue, 01 Nov 2005 00:00:00 PST

Shooting better video by understanding how to use camcorder lens accessories.

Composition 201

Tue, 24 Nov 2009 04:58:32 PST

It's time to learn the advanced techniques in Composition! In this second part, we'll go beyond the basics and take a look at some more advanced techniques…

Depth of Field

Tue, 24 Nov 2009 04:58:32 PST

Depth of field is a tool that has been used by directors and cinematographers for decades. Learn how to use some of these techniques to create more depth in&hel…

Producing a Documentary Part 2

Tue, 24 Nov 2009 04:58:32 PST

From dream to distribution Part 2! Explore your vision. In this second part, we'll take a look at details such as casting, shooting, sound, and more. Written&he…

Camcorder Filters

Tue, 24 Nov 2009 04:58:32 PST

This Video On Demand highlights lens filters you can use when shooting your footage.

Tutorials - Lighting for Video

Fri, 23 Oct 2009 16:12:47 PDT

How to use indoor lights, natural light, and camera controls to create the best lighting for video production.

Lighting: Making Video In Low Light Conditions

Tue, 01 Sep 2009 00:00:00 PDT

Steps you can take to ensure your video quality is as good as it can be when faced with the challenge of making digital video in low light conditions.

Basic TrainingFocus More on Focus

Sat, 01 Nov 2008 00:00:00 PDT

Unlike color balance or underexposure, which you can fiddle in post, you get only one shot at getting your focus right. Focus isn't everything, but it's close.…

Basic TrainingIntro to White Balance

Mon, 01 Sep 2008 00:00:00 PDT

Why would we want to concentrate on white when we shoot in color? Because incandescent, fluorescent and sunlight differ a lot, proving that white isn't always…

Directing: Directing Documentaries

Tue, 01 Apr 2008 00:00:00 PDT

Documentaries are about real people in real places doing real things. Documentaries were the first films ever made.

Basic Training: Controlling Exposure

Fri, 01 Feb 2008 00:00:00 PST

Most of the time, you can't just point-and-shoot for great video design; sometimes you need to control the light going into your camcorder to get better…

Basic Training: Focus on Focus

Mon, 01 Oct 2007 00:00:00 PDT

There's more to getting your camera in focus than meets the eye. But what is focus?

In Box

Wed, 01 Aug 2007 00:00:00 PDT

Readers' letters

Video Editing: What is Multicam Editing?

Sun, 01 Jul 2007 00:00:00 PDT

Shooting performances or group discussions is difficult using one video camera, but it can be a nightmare with several cameras and without good planning.

Videotaping Sporting Events

Tue, 01 May 2007 00:00:00 PDT

Football, baseball, hockey, tennis. Swimming, cycling, running and lacrosse. Sports shooting is an art unto itself, and every sport has shooting hurdles to…

Basic Training: Looking for Light

Mon, 01 Jan 2007 00:00:00 PST

Shooting in a low light setting is more than just turning down the lights or opening your camcorder's aperture. You can't take low light shooting lightly.

Basic Training: Composition 102: Part 2

Sun, 01 Oct 2006 00:00:00 PDT

Beauty might be in the eye of the beholder, but a great photo is due to well-executed and thought-out composition. Take your seats, it's time for the…

Depth of Field Demystified

Sun, 01 Oct 2006 00:00:00 PDT

How to manipulate the viewer into watching one portion of your movie, while other events continue along in the scene.

Illuminations: Controlling the Color of Light

Fri, 01 Sep 2006 00:00:00 PDT

From yellow to blue, soft to harsh, indoor or out, the "color" of the scene changes with your light setup, and can influence the mood of your video.

Sony Camcorder Review: Sony HVR-A1U HDV

Mon, 01 May 2006 00:00:00 PDT

Sony HVR-A1U HDV Camcorder

How to Make a Documentary Part II

Mon, 01 May 2006 00:00:00 PDT

Considered an art form by many, documentary video production has its own special challenges and rewards. In this second of three parts on how to make a…

Basic Training: In Decent Exposure

Sat, 01 Apr 2006 00:00:00 PST

In a digital video camera there is no physical shutter, but, because there is a body of understanding about how film cameras work, we still call the electrical…

Basic Training: Shoot Yourself!

Wed, 01 Feb 2006 00:00:00 PST

If you visit a Hollywood film production, or sit through its credits, you know it takes busloads of people to get the production in the can. But what if you&hel…

Illuminations: Lights in Motion

Sun, 01 Jan 2006 00:00:00 PST

Natural lights sparkle, shimmer, flutter, flare, glimmer, gleam, revolve, reflect and radiate. Here's some tips to dazzle your viewers with lively photoplays.

Take 5: Five Steps to Smoother Skin

Sun, 01 Jan 2006 00:00:00 PST

Make your on-camera talent look their best by following these five simple steps.

Basic Training: Lenses - The Long and Short

Tue, 01 Nov 2005 00:00:00 PST

Wide-angle and telephoto lenses render images differently from the way we naturally see things. Skilled videographers can exploit these differences to create effective shots.

Illuminations: Pulling the Plug

Thu, 01 Sep 2005 00:00:00 PDT

In order to light that night scene in the field a mile from your house, you'll need a couple hundred 50-foot extension cords, or some other AC power…

Cracking the Video Time Code

Fri, 01 Jul 2005 00:00:00 PDT

Unraveling the perplexity and complexity of using video time code.

Illuminations: Color Temperature Strategies

Fri, 01 Jul 2005 00:00:00 PDT

Coloring your video world with light is more than just turning on a few lamps and setting a good white balance - light is often a mixed bag.

Basic Training: The 9 Classic Camera Moves

Fri, 01 Apr 2005 00:00:00 PST

Camera moves can make your project look super professional or incredibly amateurish depending on how well you use them.

Basic Training: The (Alien) Sky's the Limit!

Tue, 01 Mar 2005 00:00:00 PST

Your color creation palette is limited only to the imagination when you understand how to use the simple video filters in your editing software.

Basic Training: 11 Steps to Add Some Spice to Your Video

Tue, 01 Feb 2005 00:00:00 PST

Give some pizzazz to your videos with a few simple techniques.

Roll 'Em!

Sat, 01 Jan 2005 00:00:00 PST

The world is full of rolling stock, just waiting for you to ride it while you shoot amazing moving shots.

Shooting Day for Night

Wed, 01 Dec 2004 00:00:00 PST

Making day resemble night on your screen means tinting the overall images blue, then adding white light, and adjusting contrtast and brightness to sell the…

Light Source: Guerrilla Lighting: Professional Tools from Builders Depot

Wed, 01 Dec 2004 00:00:00 PST

Assemble your own lighting kit--at one-fifth the cost.

Shutter Speed Tips

Fri, 01 Oct 2004 00:00:00 PDT

The Ins and Outs of Manual Control.

Through the Looking Glass

Fri, 01 Oct 2004 00:00:00 PDT

Upside down and backwards, look at the wonders of video technology by taking a journey through the amazing world of your camcorder.

Home Video Hints: How to Use Available Light

Wed, 01 Sep 2004 00:00:00 PDT

Available light can be all you need if you patiently think through your options and wisely exploit the location.

Shooting for the (very) Small Screen

Tue, 01 Jun 2004 00:00:00 PDT

How to make and put videos on your PDA.

Home Video Hints: Using a Built-in Camera Light

Sat, 01 May 2004 00:00:00 PDT

Small, portable and battery powered, a video light can save your shots in more ways than you may know.

Camcorder Review:Canon Optura Xi Mini DV

Sat, 01 May 2004 00:00:00 PDT

Canon Optura Xi Mini DV Camcorder

Digital Video Lighting : Enhance Video with Light & Color

Mon, 01 Mar 2004 00:00:00 PST

Tinted gels, correct white balance, and correct Lighting for digital video can make the different between professional and amateur quality.

Light Source: On Location with Gaffer Tom

Sun, 01 Feb 2004 00:00:00 PST

FROM: gaffertom@barndoor.comTO: goldilocks@beanbagstate.eduSUBJECT: Is

Color Calibration

Wed, 01 Oct 2003 00:00:00 PDT

Understanding white balance and color temperature.

Light Source: Working with Mixed Lighting

Wed, 01 Oct 2003 00:00:00 PDT

Mixed lighting isn't necessarily a disaster. Here are some pragmatic solutions for your next location shoot.

Multi-camera Event Taping

Wed, 01 Oct 2003 00:00:00 PDT

How to hook up for a multi-camera shoot.

Shooting for Compression

Mon, 01 Sep 2003 00:00:00 PDT

If your work will be viewed on the Internet, you need to shoot with compression in mind.

Sound Advice: 10 Tips for Better Audio Gathering

Mon, 01 Sep 2003 00:00:00 PDT

Make your list and check it twice.

A Shot in the Dark

Thu, 01 May 2003 00:00:00 PDT

Six Tips (and a Few Cautions) for Shooting Video at Night

Quick Focus

Wed, 01 Jan 2003 00:00:00 PST

Quick Focus

TWIF

Fri, 01 Nov 2002 00:00:00 PST

Great video is as easy as TWIF. Tripod, White Balance, Iris and Focus.

Take 5: Five Tips for Creative Camcorder Techniques

Fri, 01 Nov 2002 00:00:00 PST

Don't just point and shoot. Add interest to your shots with these creative camera ideas.

Computer Editing: Video Filter Effects

Tue, 01 Oct 2002 00:00:00 PDT

Applying electronic filters in post-production can cure many of your footage's ailments.

Light Source: The Color of Light

Thu, 01 Aug 2002 00:00:00 PDT

Knowing the physical differences between outdoor, indoor and mixed lighting conditions will help your videos.

The Wonderful World of Digital Color

Wed, 01 May 2002 00:00:00 PDT

Use color as a creative tool, either while you shoot or in post-production, to create unique moods and effects.

Optics 101

Tue, 01 Jan 2002 00:00:00 PST

Explore and understand your camcorder's optics and take even greater control of your images.

How to Make Your Video Look Like Film

Tue, 24 Nov 2009 04:58:32 PST

This Video On Demand highlights how to give video a film look using 24p.

Tutorials - Night Light Tutorial - How to turn the light of day into the dark of night

Fri, 24 Jul 2009 22:51:47 PDT

The technique of shooting outdoor night scenes in broad daylight has been around since the early days of film. It is commonly called Day for Night (DFN), and…

Tips and Tricks - How to Make Your Video Look Like Film

Mon, 29 Jun 2009 15:06:00 PDT

How to give video a film look using 24p.

Tips and Tricks - Business Opportunities in Event Videography

Tue, 02 Jun 2009 15:16:29 PDT

There are many opportunities in event videography in addition to wedding videos. Today videographers are getting jobs videotaping theatrical performances,…

Tips and Tricks - How to Win a Video Contest

Mon, 18 May 2009 08:04:45 PDT

Essential guidelines and tips to follow in order to win a video contest.

Tips and Tricks - Capturing Clean Sounding Audio

Fri, 18 Jul 2008 11:18:25 PDT

Charlie demonstrates how to control incoming audio to your camcorder and capture clean sounding audio.

Tips and Tricks - Choosing Headphones

Mon, 07 Jul 2008 14:07:00 PDT

Jennifer covers many considerations when choosing and using headphones while shooting video.

Tips and Tricks - Field Mixing

Fri, 23 May 2008 09:46:15 PDT

Mark covers the basics of field mixing.

Tips and Tricks - Night Lighting

Mon, 07 Apr 2008 21:38:48 PDT

Mark explores the basics of lighting for a nighttime shoot.

Tips and Tricks - Macro Video

Sat, 29 Mar 2008 06:56:35 PDT

John explores the Hows and Whys of shooting Macro Video.

Tips and Tricks - Shooting in Snow

Sat, 29 Dec 2007 01:55:31 PST

This week Brandon goes into the wilderness to demonstrate techniques for shooting video in the snow. What situations to avoid, and what situations provide…

Tips and Tricks - Capturing Sunrise &Sunset

Sat, 01 Dec 2007 07:00:58 PST

This week Brandon talks about ways to capture a great sunrise or sunset on video. He demonstrates this technique using footage he shot on a recent trip to the…

Tips and Tricks - Natural Wipes

Tue, 09 Oct 2007 00:10:37 PDT

In this week's , Jennifer talks about the technique known as "Natural Wipes". She gives several examples of these types of "in camera" transitions and how they…

Tips and Tricks - Animation Special Effects

Fri, 31 Aug 2007 11:16:56 PDT

How to create live action to video capture animation special effects.

Tips and Tricks - Color Correction Techniques

Wed, 22 Aug 2007 20:44:49 PDT

How to use Color Correction techniques in Adobe CS2 to create professional looking video.

Tips and Tricks - Underwater Video

Sat, 12 May 2007 01:00:57 PDT

In our Tips & Tricks segment, Jennifer and Andrew goes pool-side with a couple tricks to shooting underwater video without breaking the bank for expensive…

Tips and Tricks - One Man Band

Fri, 09 Mar 2007 17:59:27 PST

Jennifer and Andrew show us different ways to shoot yourself when you're in the field working as a "One Man Band."

Tips and Tricks - Low light shooting. Legal issues.

Thu, 16 Nov 2006 00:15:06 PST

In our News & Technology segment with Mark and Derek, It's the "Battle of the Titans" over video-sharing. Telecom networks, Verison and Comcast, are…

Tips and Tricks - Color correction tools

Tue, 07 Nov 2006 18:39:12 PST

In our News & Technology segment , Mark and Derek discuss two powerful video editing computers: Gateway's Beefy F-X-530 workstation and Alienware's latest…

Tips and Tricks - Software filters vs. lens filters. Keeping track of batteries.

Thu, 27 Jul 2006 22:05:00 PDT

News and Technology - Morgan & Advertising models on YouTube & Bit Ricoh (REE-co) has developed a prism that can read both…

Tips and Tricks - Letters and Tips

Fri, 02 Jun 2006 16:00:00 PDT

Tips and LETTERS - * Reader question: BP: "Why can't I load the Vidcast?" * TIP: JO - Beanbag cam & clothes * TIP: BP - Wide angle & …

Basic Training: Shooting the Four Seasons

Mon, 01 Aug 2005 00:00:00 PDT

"Neither Rain nor Sleet nor Dark of Night..." will keep the dedicated videographer from capturing the essence of the seasons... and you can too, with…

Night Lighting

Tue, 24 Nov 2009 04:58:32 PST

What do you do about lighting, if the only time you get to shoot is at night? Night lighting can be tricky, but when you get it right, the end result can be…

Lighting: Night Lighting

Sat, 01 Mar 2008 00:00:00 PST

Winter is waning, the snows are beginning to melt in the northern states and the sun is sticking around a little longer. However, the night still rules!

Picture This

Tue, 01 Aug 2006 00:00:00 PDT

A basic understanding of the rules of composition will help you frame for maximum impact and ultimately enhance the outcome of your finished piece.

Video Lighting: High Definition Lighting

Mon, 01 May 2006 00:00:00 PDT

We are entering a new era of video production. Our hard work will show in all its HD glory and our sloppy mistakes will glare in HD horror. But light can help…

Do the Light Thing

Sat, 01 Apr 2006 00:00:00 PST

An informational buyer's guide helping you choose and use the best type of lighting for your productions

Green Screen Lighting

Sat, 01 Oct 2005 00:00:00 PDT

Virtual green screen sets are no longer just for the privileged Hollywood bigwigs.

Illuminations: Lights for Different Jobs

Wed, 01 Jun 2005 00:00:00 PDT

You can't tell the players without a scorecard, so here's the roster for video lights and what they do.

Light Source: Build Your Own Lighting Kit

Sat, 01 Nov 2003 00:00:00 PST

Assemble a three-light kit for $100; a complete outfit for less than $200.

Tips and Tricks - Video Production Lighting To Create Emotion

Fri, 02 Jan 2009 19:54:00 PST

Learn how use lighting effects to create an emotional impact on the viewer.

Tips and Tricks - Budget Lighting

Fri, 05 Dec 2008 19:02:46 PST

Lighting on a budget. Learn how to substitute expensive video lighting equipment with inexpensive alternatives.

Tips and Tricks - Shooting Landscape

Sat, 13 Oct 2007 06:00:34 PDT

In this weeks episode of John talks about some techniques that are used to capture vast landscapes...in a small frame. John goes over the basics of how to…

Tips and Tricks - Reader and view surveys. Still pictures for video.

Wed, 18 Oct 2006 01:45:00 PDT

In our News & Technology segment with Mark and Derek, we talk about Warner's involvement with YouTube... is this the beginning of the corporate squeeze for…

Getting Started: Auto vs. Manual

Fri, 01 Mar 1996 00:00:00 PST

If better-looking video is your goal, maybe it's time you took control.

Camera Work: Buttons, Blasted Buttons

Sat, 01 Apr 1995 00:00:00 PST

Buttons, Blasted Buttons

Camera Work: Letting in Some Light

Wed, 01 Feb 1995 00:00:00 PST

Letting in Some Light

All About Lenses

Thu, 01 Dec 1994 00:00:00 PST

There's more to a camcorder lens than meets the eye. Learn how the camcorder lens is made, how it works and, most importantly, how it affects your image.

Curing Camera Shake: Your Guide To Image Stabilization

Tue, 01 Nov 1994 00:00:00 PST

Explore today's high-tech means for reducing camcorder shake. Electronic or mechanical, the result is steadier video.

Getting Started: The Case of the Missing Controls

Sun, 01 Jun 1997 00:00:00 PDT

Automatic point-and-shoot camcorders are convenient, but manual control of certain functions can do your videos a world of good.

Getting Started: Don't Get Fooled Again: The Power of Manual Control

Sun, 01 Feb 1998 00:00:00 PST

Put yourself in control of your camcorder's automatic features.

Going Wide: How To Use A Wide-Angle Lens

Wed, 01 Apr 1998 00:00:00 PST

There's a whole wide world hidden right in front of your camcorder. In these pages, find out how to use a wide-angle lens to free your vision.

Simple Tests for Your Camcorder

Mon, 01 Jun 1998 00:00:00 PDT

You don't need an engineering lab to find out how your camcorder really performs. Just use these basic tests to see if your camcorder makes the grade.

The Amazing Camcorder: A Guided Tour

Wed, 01 Jul 1998 00:00:00 PDT

Did you ever get this one? "Daddy, what makes the pictures go into the camera and come out on the TV?" Hey, it's ok, we can help you out here. Take an inside&he…

The Signs of Editing: A guided tour

Mon, 01 Feb 1999 00:00:00 PST

If you want to know more about editing your videos, you need to know more about how the various editing protocols work. Take this tour and follow the signs to…

Getting Started: Cause and In-camera Effect

Mon, 01 Mar 1999 00:00:00 PST

In the right circumstances, a good in-camera effect is just what the doctor ordered.

Buttons and Menus and Dials, Oh My!

Fri, 01 Sep 2000 00:00:00 PDT

A handy guide to explain the basic features and functions built into your camcorder.

Getting Started: Manual Controls

Sun, 01 Aug 1999 00:00:00 PDT

Sometimes it pays to be a control freak

Take Five: Five Tips for Wonderful Wildlife Video

Wed, 01 Sep 1999 00:00:00 PDT

Tips on shooting videos in the wild.

Image Stabilization: EIS/OIS

Wed, 01 Dec 1999 00:00:00 PST

Explore some of the different techniques that are used to stabilize images, and get some ideas for putting this miraculous technology to work.

Camcorder Glossary

Wed, 01 Dec 1999 00:00:00 PST

Camcorder Glossary

Getting Started: Your Camcorder's Buttons

Sat, 01 Jan 2000 00:00:00 PST

What do all those buttons do, anyway?

Imaging is Everything

Sat, 01 Jul 2000 00:00:00 PDT

Understand the nuts and bolts of your camcorder�s high-speed shutter. Clear explanations of how the lens, iris and shutter operate.

Getting Started: Focal Techniques

Tue, 01 Aug 2000 00:00:00 PDT

Making focus work to your advantage is a key part of producing good video.

Steady on the Set: Inside Image Stabilization

Fri, 01 Dec 2000 00:00:00 PST

Learn how the technology behind image stabilization actually works

Jargon: Glossary of Camcorder Terms

Fri, 01 Dec 2000 00:00:00 PST

Glossary of Camcorder Terms

Home Video Hints: Pushing Your Buttons

Mon, 01 Jan 2001 00:00:00 PST

Don't let your new camcorder be overwhelming. Learn the button basics.

A Look Inside Your Camcorder's Imaging System

Sun, 01 Jul 2001 00:00:00 PDT

Understanding how your camcorder's imaging system works can help you capture better video.

Finding the Best Digital Camcorder

Thu, 01 Nov 2001 00:00:00 PST

Eight most important things to consider in persuit of finding the best digital camcorder

Saving Change: Camcorders for 500 dollars or Less

Mon, 01 Oct 2001 00:00:00 PDT

Investigate our buyer's guide on affordable camcorders - now cheaper and more sophisticated than ever.

Filters

Sat, 01 Jan 1994 00:00:00 PST

TV Show - Camcorder Controls

Sat, 01 Jan 2000 08:00:44 PST

Loren shows Janice how to use the controls on her camcorder.

TV Show - In-Camera Effect

Sat, 01 Jan 2000 08:00:55 PST

A quick look at using in-camera effects.

Getting Started: No Respect

Sat, 01 Oct 1994 00:00:00 PDT

Getting Started: No Respect

In Box

Thu, 01 May 1997 00:00:00 PDT

In Box

Getting Started: ZOOM!!

Sat, 01 Nov 1997 00:00:00 PST

Used skillfully, your camcorder�s zoom lens can set you apart as a savvy shooter.

In Box

Wed, 01 Jul 1998 00:00:00 PDT

In Box

The Ins and Outs of High-speed Shutters

Fri, 01 Jan 1999 00:00:00 PST

Manipulating a camcorder's high-speed shutter is the key to making an inexpensive camcorder act in many ways like a professional camera. Check out how the high-…

Imaging is Everything

Thu, 01 Apr 1999 00:00:00 PST

Your camcorder's lens, iris and sensor design control your image quality. In this article, we dissect the imaging system of the camcorder and explore what…

Whiter Whites: the Hows and Whys of White Balance

Sun, 01 Aug 1999 00:00:00 PDT

Are your videos like a mixed load of laundry? White balance will let you show your true colors.

What You See Is What You Get

Mon, 01 Nov 1999 00:00:00 PST

Controlling light to improve your image

Getting Started: Lens Techniques

Mon, 01 Nov 1999 00:00:00 PST

Your camcorder's eye - the lens - can create come interesting focal effects.

Light Source: Color Correcting with Gels

Tue, 01 Feb 2000 00:00:00 PST

How to use color-correcting gels to fine tune your lighting.

Getting Started: Shooting on Sunny Days

Sat, 01 Apr 2000 00:00:00 PST

When shooting outdoors, you should maintain control of the most important video component: light.

Special F/X: The Fast-mo/Slo-mo Combo

Mon, 01 May 2000 00:00:00 PDT

Spice up your video with this quick and easy TV-style time-warping effect.

Get Ready, Get Set, Shoot

Wed, 01 Nov 2000 00:00:00 PST

13 time-tested tips to get excellent footage and make the post-production process faster and easier.

Put a Little Depth into Your Field

Mon, 01 Jan 2001 00:00:00 PST

Learn how to use your lens to create and control depth of field.

Pause: Deconstructing AE

Wed, 01 Jan 1997 00:00:00 PST

Deconstructing AE

Color Temperature in the Digital Age

Fri, 01 Jun 2001 00:00:00 PDT

A look at lighting and color concepts and some strategies for capturing the best possible images in all your videos.

Light Source: Lassoing Light

Thu, 01 Feb 2001 00:00:00 PST

Learn how to use gels and filters to get great light quality in every situation.