Camcorder & Computer Video articles from July 2005

Camcorder & Computer Video archives from July 2005

The shape of things to come.(camcorders)(Editorial)
July 1, 2005... Camcorder Report magazine was started in September of 1988. I know because I was there to help found it--as managing editor, copywriter, copy editor, writer, and occasionally helping out with an X-Acto knife and hot wax in paste-up. Since...

Video converter.(ZOOM in: First Look At Video Gear And Accessories)
July 1, 2005... Capture and convert your analog video into digital video easily with Aleratec's new DV Cruiser. DV Cruiser lets you convert your video into MPEG-1/2/4 and DivX formats while you are capturing from your TV, VCR, camcorder or any analog video...

If the card fits.(ZOOM in: First Look At Video Gear And Accessories)
July 1, 2005... No matter what type of memory card you're using, you're sure to find one that works in Crucial Technology's new line of six single- and multi-slot flash card readers that are compatible with Macs and PCs. Crucial's Hi-Speed USB 12-in-1 card...

Protect your plasma.(ZOOM in: First Look At Video Gear And Accessories)
July 1, 2005... Avoid the burn, "screen burn" that is, with Screen Dreams' new DVD screensavers. Screen burn is a common side effect of leaving a static image on a plasma flat-panel TV screen and can potentially damage its image quality. Screen Dreams DVD...

Making a case for HD.(ZOOM in: First Look At Video Gear And Accessories)
July 1, 2005... Petrol's two new bags are specially designed for the Sony's HD camcorders--the Sony HVR-Z1U and HDR-FX1. The HDV Wingbag is made of heavy-duty Cordura and ballistic nylon over multi-layered walls of foam padding. It features lengthwise zippered...

Free software!!!(ZOOM in: First Look At Video Gear And Accessories)(Brief Article)
July 1, 2005... For a limited time, InterVideo is offering a free download of its MediaOne SE multimedia suite. MediaOne includes nine different tools/programs that let users manage their digital photos, edit and author home videos, and create music CDs. Plus,...

Portable boom pole.(ZOOM in: First Look At Video Gear And Accessories)
July 1, 2005... The Avalon Traveler from K-Tek is the first professional boom that fits into a standard equipment case, making it ideal for DV shooters on the go. This 6-section pole extends from 20 feet to a maximum length of 79 feet. It features K-Tek's...

Keep it steady.(ZOOM in: First Look At Video Gear And Accessories)
July 1, 2005... Steadicam's newest camera stabilization system, the F-24 Flyer, is the ideal match when shooting with the latest HDV camcorders, as it incorporates a high-def monitor, ergonomically designed vest and 24-volt capacity. The high-def color...

Customized CDs.(ZOOM in: First Look At Video Gear And Accessories)
July 1, 2005... Give your CD/DVD covers more personality with Cyberlink's LabelPrint, which includes software and templates for creating jewel-case covers, inlays, mini-disc and standard labels, and high-res images for use as backgrounds. It takes only four...

Black-and-white prints.(ZOOM in: First Look At Video Gear And Accessories)
July 1, 2005... Print museum-quality prints with MediaStreet's new archival black-and-white ink-let system. Designed by fine art photographer Richard Wolfson, the system uses MediaStreet's new Generation's QuadBlack pigment ink-set, a selection of photographic...

Digital camera kits.(ZOOM in: First Look At Video Gear And Accessories)
July 1, 2005... Accessories to protect your digicam should be next on your list and OSN has a great line of products designed to do just that. Its Universal Digital Memory Card Hard Case features a unique interior rubber eggshell design that molds to and...

Beyond DVD.(ZOOM in: First Look At Video Gear And Accessories)
July 1, 2005... TDK's professional rewritable optical disc (PD-RE23CN) features a capacity of 23.3GB (five times more than DVDD, and a rapid transfer rate of 72MBps, among others. Specially designed to work with Sony's Professional Disc System (XD-CAM), the...

Slide shows anytime.(ZOOM in: First Look At Video Gear And Accessories)
July 1, 2005... Create, burn and then view your digital slide shows on your television, or not, with PrimeFoto from Pacific Image Electronics. To watch and burn slide shows (onto a CD), simply connect it to your TV, insert your memory card and blank CD into...

World's smallest HDV camcorder.(CAMCORDER INSIDER)(Sony Corp.)
July 1, 2005... Sony might not have introduced the world's first HDV camcorder; that honor belongs to JVC with its GR-HD1. But, it has recently brought HDV to the masses with the new HDR-HC1, the world's smallest high-definition (1080i-resolution) HDV...

Choosing the perfect camcorder.(Buyers Guide)
July 1, 2005... When you're shopping for a camcorder, how confident are you that the model you're buying is really new or an older model that's offered for sale? It helps to know your products. In this article we will bring you up to date on the newest...

Camcorder essentials: what you need in your video bag.
July 1, 2005... To shoot and make a good-looking video, you need some essential accessories in your video bag. Here are our top picks: 1. FIREWIRE CABLE/CARD The best way to transfer video and audio from your camcorder to your computer is via a...

Get the right lighting for your video.(How To)
July 1, 2005... Here's a little known secret among videographers. It's not so much the type of camcorder that you have that really makes the difference between good video and bad video; it's the quality of light present when you hit Record. A high-priced,...

Sony DCR-DVD403: look out, mini DV!
July 1, 2005... Sony increases its commitment to the DVD format for camcorders with the introduction of the top-of-the-line DCR-DVD403 Handycam. The full 1/3-inch CCD of the DVD403 delivers a still image resolution of 3-megapixels (3MP) and video resolution of...

Ditching the tape: hard drive-based vs. tape-based camcorders.
July 1, 2005... In the off chance you've been living under a rock for the past year, perhaps you've heard of a little device called the iPod. This MP3 playing sensation owes its phenomenal success in part to a tiny hard disk drive that allows the unit to store...

Spice up your videos.(HOW TO)
July 1, 2005... Just like with food (and in life), everything needs a little spice to make it just a bit more exciting. When you are shooting your video, there are two areas where you can spice it up--in the original video and audio capture, and later, when...

Canon Elura 90: a good mini DV for the home videographer.
July 1, 2005... Canon has scored a homerun with its Elura 90 Mini DV camcorder ($699 MSRP). It s hard to believe The Big C managed to pack so many features in a unit that weighs just a hair over a pound and fits easily into your pocket. For starters, it...

JVC's breakthrough HDV camcorder: affordable high-def video in your hands.(Product/Service Evaluation)
July 1, 2005... If its GY-HD100U meets all expectations JVC could become the year's leading HDV camcorder manufacturer. This 3-chip HD camcorder; unveiled to throngs of videographers at this year's National Association of Broadcasters show, promises...

Protect your video gear.(HOW TO)
July 1, 2005... Nothing can put a damper on your vacation than damage or loss of your expensive camcorder and gear. Sure, it's easy to get caught up in the moment while you're having fun, but a little preparation can save you from grief when the unexpected...

Sony DCR-PC1000: a trendsetting mini DV with CMOS technology.(Product/Service Evaluation)
July 1, 2005... Sony has the longest track record for making Mini DV camcorders, going all the way back to its groundbreaking DCR-VX1000, which became the de-facto Digital Video standard for consumers. Today, Sony has introduced a new generation of...

Editing with Sony's Vegas 6.(video editing software)(Product/Service Evaluation)
July 1, 2005... Sony's Vegas has been a popular video editor, especially for its extensive audio support from its heritage as a former Sonic Foundry product. The previous version, Vegas 5, added support for HD editing, and significantly enhanced the associated...

Roxio Easy Media Creator 7.5: a boost for your audio.(Product/Service Evaluation)
July 1, 2005... Here's the perfect solution for those of you who want to capture and create, copy and edit, burn and share multimedia files on your PC, and to CD or a DVD disc. Whew! It's Roxio's Easy Media Creator 7.5. EMC 7.5 bulks up the core Roxio...

For your viewing pleasure: choosing an HDV-compatible widescreen monitor.(Buyers Guide)
July 1, 2005... Thin vs. flat display. Plasma vs. LCD. Projection LCD vs. DLP. With a dizzying array of competing technologies, all offering widescreen HD-compatible monitors, how do you pick which one that fits your needs? If you're a serious videographer...