Camcorder & Computer Video articles from October 2001

Camcorder & Computer Video archives from October 2001

Canon's Better XL1S.(improvements to XL1 digital video camera)(Brief Article)
October 1, 2001... What does a manufacturer do when it's got a highly successful camcorder? Why, it makes it even better! That's what Canon has done with its stalwart XL1. First introduced in 1998, this 3-chip camcorder, with a magnesium alloy body and...

Video DVD Update.(state of digital video technology and equipment)(Industry Overview)
October 1, 2001... Increased Choices Make It an Affordable Option This year, we can see the DVD format maturing to fulfill its promise as the next-generation format for saving and sharing video productions. DVD offers much higher capacity than the familiar CD...

NLE Speed Demon.(DPS Velocity turnkey editing system)(Evaluation)
October 1, 2001... DPS Velocity System Revs Ups Your Editing This month. I had a real treat. I got to run with the big dogs and review a turnkey DPS Velocity nonlinear editing system a full, broadcast-quality real-time editing platform, capable of inputting...

Capture Uncompressed Video.
October 1, 2001... The Purist's Goal OK, I admit I'm a purist. Everyone today is capturing and compressing video. But, my ultimate goal is capturing video in an uncompressed state. Have you every considered doing that... and all the advantages it offers?...

CANON ES8200V.(Evaluation)
October 1, 2001... Inexpensive, but Great for Recording Family Memories Canon maintains its commitment to the Hi8 videotape format with the ES8200V, a basic camcorder with a moderate price ($449 MSRP). Highlights include a 2.5-inch foldout LCD monitor,...

Get MORE out of your NLE Performance Tips.(non-linear editing software and hardware)
October 1, 2001... Most of the NLE (nonlinear editing) programs in use today endeavor to satisfy most of your needs, at least the advertising says they do! However, there are some things you can do to enhance their performance and efficiency. Whether you edit...

Modular Editing.(MoviePack software)(Brief Article)
October 1, 2001... AIST Inc. announced three new versions of MoviePack 4.0, the powerful new upgrade to its award-winning video-editing and compositing software for the PC. MoviePack Extreme, ($999 MSRP), is the most comprehensive video software solution offered...

Compact Editor.(CMX-7 Digital Video Mixer)(Brief Article)
October 1, 2001... CMX-7 Digital Video Mixer brings production power into one compact package to create professional-quality video and audio programs. The CMX-7 provides a wide variety of fades, mixes and special effects to create stunning videos. Variable-size...

Light Shield.(I-cuff and I-cuff Pro)(Brief Article)
October 1, 2001... Having trouble shooting in bright sunlight? When the sun whites out your LCD screen and extraneous light defeats your EVF, try I-cuff. Whether you wear eyeglasses or not, it will let you see clearly through your viewfinder. I-cuff comes in two...

STUDIO IN A BOX.(making most of camcorder features)
October 1, 2001... Unlocking the Secrets of Your Camcorder Several years ago, I took a photography course given by Nikon. The instructor suggested that we read a page or two of our camera manuals on our birthdays. The newfound techniques would be a surprise...

PANASONIC PV-DV601.(digital camcorder)(Evaluation)
October 1, 2001... Panasonic's Digital Video PV-DV601 Palmcorder ($1,099) is positioned in the middle of the company's line of consumer DV camcorders, and it packs a big punch for the buck (you get a lot of features for the money). As with most digital...

IT'S IN THE BAG.(what professionals keep in their video bags)
October 1, 2001... Does Your Video Bag Have What It Takes for Great Shoots? It's the little things that make a big difference. In video making, things such as a roll of duct tape, a touch of cosmetic make-up, a special filter, or other little gadgets and...

Royalty-Free Clips.(stock multimedia)
October 1, 2001... New Collections To Boost Your Video's Appearance In a perfect world, every time you take out your camcorder, the lighting is just right, the camcorder never shakes, and everything interesting happens within the field of view of the camera....

An Interview with Boris.(Boris FX marketing director Tim Wilson)(Brief Article)(Interview)
October 1, 2001... One of the Best Video Effects Tools Boris FX is one of the most popular and powerful video-effects tools in the industry. Contributing Editor Gary Bettan recently interviewed Tim Wilson, the new director of marketing for Boston-based Boris...

Switch to MAC.(Apple G4 Power Mac for desktop video)(Evaluation)
October 1, 2001... Platform Choices If you're a PC user, you've probably wondered what all the fuss is about when it comes to Apple's Final Cut Pro. After all, you have Adobe Premiere, and you're producing great content on your PC, right? Your system is...

DVD for PROS.(DVD Studio Pro with Power Mac G4)(Evaluation)
October 1, 2001... The Ultimate Mac for Video? The DVD-authoring market was alive and well long before the latest desktop video revolution made a buzzword out of it. Of course, the main players in this market have been Hollywood's post-production houses....

HEY MAC! Video to DVD.(iDVD authoring software)(Software Review)(Evaluation)
October 1, 2001... With Apple's iDVD For some time now, here in the pages of Camcorder & Computer-Video, we've been relating how DVDs can be made from your own video projects. But, I suspect that many of you have been waiting on the sidelines for the home...

Hot New 3-Chip From Panasonic.(Panasonic PV-DV951)(Evaluation)
October 1, 2001... This PV-DV951 Mini DV baby slipped in like a dark-horse entrant in a camcorder contest. C&CV Editor Bob Wolenik mentioned it briefly back in his June 2001 "Editor's Report." But, getting one for review since then has been a truly monumental...

Doc Camcorder.(Optical Image Stabilizatin, other questions)(Brief Article)(Column)
October 1, 2001... The Doctor Is In--Answers to Your Digital-Editing Questions Doc, I'm shopping for a camcorder that has image stabilization. Can you please explain the difference between Optical Image Stabilization and Electronic Image Stabilization ?...

A Dog's Life.(making a video about a dog)
October 1, 2001... Producing the "Dogumentary" In a recent video self-assignment, I was picked on by "peckish" chickens, hissed at by fiery felines, and almost lost an arm and a leg while videotaping a choleric canine. Well, no not really; I'm only kidding....