September 2011
From audio field mixers to the mechanics of lenses, this month's issue is full of articles on how to obtain great sound and picture results when using HDSLRs and cameras with interchangeable lenses. Additionally, the September issue has some great ideas for DIY projects that are simple and effective as well as some tips for new directors. Have you ever wondered who owns the copyright to the video you just made, you or your client? Check out this month's What's Legal column to finally get some answers. Also, be sure to check out this month's reviews on the Nikon D5100 HDSLR camera, CyberLink PowerDirector 9 Ultra64 editing software, an overview of Adobe CS5.5 Production Premium, the Datavideo DN-60 Field Recorder, and the Cinevate Atlas 10 FLT Slider Dolly.
Features Stories
Audio Field Mixers & Recorders Buyer's Guide
Audio mixers and recording devices provide the missing link to great video productions - those days of monophonic mics and hiss-inducing analog mixers are thankfully over.
DSLR/HDSLR Buyer's Guide
DSLR - Short for Digital Single Lens Reflex. Since all marketing departments these days love an acronym they decided that cameras needed a new one. The birth of the HDSLR.
Shooting with Interchangeable Lenses
One of the biggest developments in the camcorder industry lately isn't about formats, recording media or 3D imaging, it's the ability to shoot a film-like depth of field shot similar to the beauty that only film once possessed. We're talking about the ability to remove a lens from your camcorder and change it with another for a new exciting look to your video.
The Mechanics of Interchangeable Lenses: Working with 35mm Adapters and Lenses
Many filmmakers and videographers are turning to 35mm adapters and interchangeable lenses to achieve a more cinematic look.
Reviews
Adobe CS5.5 Production Premium Advanced Editing Software Overview
CS5.5 expands options for independents, with fully-accelerated editing on laptops, native support for DSLR video cameras, and Audition now on the Mac with deep audio correction and enhancement tools.
iDC Run & Gun Kit and U-Boat Cage Reviewed
The iDC Run & Gun Kit is a simple and effective way to refine your control with Canon's HDSLRs. The U-Boat is a highly portable cage that can adapt to a wide variety of situations.
Datavideo DN-60 Field Recorder Reviewed
Lacking some of the bells and whistles of its pricier competitors, but Datavideo's DN-60 compact flash card recorder gets the job done at a fraction of the cost.
CyberLink PowerDirector 9 Ultra64 Introductory Editing Software Review
PowerDirector 9 Ultra64 is a great editing program for beginners and anyone who needs to simply edit without the complexity and learning curve of high-end editing suites.
Cinevate Atlas 10 FLT Slider Dolly Review
With its extreme versatility, carefully machined aluminum and sleek design, Cinevate's Atlas 10 FLT is an incredibly useful piece of gear.
Nikon D5100 HDSLR Camera Review
Feature rich, excellent image quality and great low light performance make the Nikon D5100 a strong contender in the sub-$1,000 price range.
Columns
Viewfinder: Google Video to Find your Audience
Millions of people worldwide Google video when they want to watch TV on their computer.
Using Household Items for Video Production
Making video is expensive - not only do you have to have the best camera, but you need all that other stuff - mics, lights, tripods and a myriad of support accessories.
Video on the Web
With new mediums come new opportunities - this should be the mantra of the video producer of today. Following are tips to formatting your story for the web.
Interviewing Tips
Whether you're interviewing your family for grandma and grandpa's 50th anniversary, the CEO of a business for a training video, or even a politician for a news story; there are a few tried and true tips used by the pros that can help you put together a clean and polished interview.
Their Video, Whose Copyright?
Information you need to know to shoot on city, state and federal properties and be fully protected by the law to save you much time and potential legal fees for your video projects.
Essentials for New Directors
The term "director" can conjure images of someone with a megaphone, barking orders, looking harried and perhaps sweating profusely - even swearing.
Reader Profile - Greg Anderson
Video creation is sometimes a singular business, but video producers are a social lot who work and play in many areas of video production and love to share their stories. This column introduces you to your fellow video producers.
An AVCHD Update
Are you Looking to upgrade your editing program but are unsure of some of the stories you've read about codecs and the newer formats? Don't be too concerned. The AVCHD format has some challenges, but we can work them out.
How to Get the Best Audio from DSLR Cameras
Curious video shooters checking out DSLRs love the video capturing, but find audio gathering cumbersome. Here are some tips for DSLR video and audio acquisition.
Departments
What's the Scoop on Videomaker Workshops?
Comments and links to recent Videomaker Magazine Articles written to help people create better video.
New Gear: Autocue, Flolight, Delkin, M-ROCK, Sound Science
The gear you gotta have - The craft of making video takes a lot of stuff. This page is set to bring you the newest latest pieces of video support tools we find.
