http://videomaker.com/community/forums/ Videomaker Forums: Recent Posts en Sun, 08 Nov 2009 06:17:30 +0000 http://videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/is-the-mod-format-new-for-capturing-video#post-52002 Sun, 08 Nov 2009 04:45:12 +0000 skullcandy 52002@http://videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p>google "SDCOPY" it will rename your files and save you a lot of trouble.</p> <p>I have a Canon fs100....</p> http://videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/camcorder-help-asap#post-52001 Sat, 07 Nov 2009 18:44:36 +0000 XTR-91 52001@http://videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p>The recording capability of 24p is definitely something I wouldn't chase, unless I was forced to. Most people say it is to achieve some sort of "film" affect, but really doesn't come close to making a video "look better". It's a nice feature to have, letting in more light at shutter speeds of 1/24. But really, if you want a video to look like film, than use the old 8.5mm (film) stuff itself. In other words, making a video look more better involves taking steps forward - better exposure (possibly a narrower depth of field which pro film cameras have, letting in more light). 24p in my opinion is a step backward when you have 60i (and possibly a 60p) mode available. It's also a step backward that many prosumer/pros don't comprehend. Have you checked <a href="http://www.camcorderinfo.com/">camcorderinfo.com</a>? Personally, I'd go with the better performing camcorder in terms of picture quality. Manual aperature (or iris) control really isn't worth it until you start getting into narrow depths of field where the control is needed. Virtually everything (within 35 feet) is in focus until you start getting into the 35mm converter lens - or the $4,000+ pro camcorders that already have them. Gadgets such as these probably come with iris controls of their own.</p> <p>The truth about 24p - <a href="http://videomaker.com/community/blogs/videonews/2008/10/4083-opinion-24p-must-die/">http://videomaker.com/community/blogs/videonews/2008/10/4083-opinion-24p-must-die/</a></p> http://videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/what-type-of-camcorder-do-i-need#post-52000 Sat, 07 Nov 2009 18:22:09 +0000 XTR-91 52000@http://videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p>What is your budget, and what type of capabilities are you looking for? It sounds like you're a beginner looking to shoot simple video for family.</p> <p><em>"i am confused about all of the options, do i want dvd, mimi dv, hard drive, high def, flash memory"</em></p> <p>These are the different recording mediums for different convenience purposes. For the most part, it's a personal preference. Here's a short summary of each. MiniDV is the original digital recording (tape) that offers the least convenience, but is considered the "wisest" way to go by professionals, since it records in the DV-AVI format. It's also been the first consumer digital recording format. DVD camcorders record to miniature-sized DVD discs that store video in the original MPEG-2 (DVD codec) format. Personally, I wouldn't go with DVD, as it offers short recording times in the highest quality and is often slow to operate, due to the nature of optical drives. Also, your player/editing software must support the proprietary MPEG-2 format. With hard disk camcorders, you have a slightly broader recording capability and usually more time at the highest quality. It operates faster than DVD, and usually offers more stability and convenience. It also requires the support of the MPEG-2 format for playing or importing. Check your editor's help index for "MPEG-2" support. And last but not least, the flash memory camcorder records to an internal memory and/or removable flash memory (SDHC) card. It also requires support of the MPEG-2 (DVD) codec for importing video.</p> <p>Another format is AVCHD, which has dominated and served as the recording format for HD camcorders on hardrive and solid state (flash) memory. It uses more effecient compression, usually allowing longer recording times. Like MPEG-2, it has not been supported by the majority of players, editors, and pro NLEs (Non-linear editors) available. Nearly 85% of video software available supports it now, so it probably won't be much of a worry. Just to note, Windows Movie Maker does not support these formats without special software for converting video.</p> <p>Have you looked at cheap MiniDV camcorders (e.g. eBay) for around $250-$600, or JVC's Everio line of HDD and Flash camcorders - <a href="http://camcorder.jvc.com/index.jsp">http://camcorder.jvc.com/index.jsp</a></p> <p>Free video software - <a href="http://www.avsmedia.com/">http://www.avsmedia.com/</a></p> http://videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/150-vs-170#post-51999 Sat, 07 Nov 2009 17:52:08 +0000 Suz 51999@http://videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p> I am ready to invest in a camera, I am vacillating  between these two cameras. I was drawn to the 150 because the price is very reasonable and is there a big difference in image quality between the two ACVHD  or DVCPRO HD, student - focus is documentary (possible narrative on the side) </p> <p> </p> http://videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/manual-gain-control-for-microphone#post-51998 Sat, 07 Nov 2009 17:45:41 +0000 XTR-91 51998@http://videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p>I've recently purchased the JVC GZ-MG505 camcorder a while ago and had a change to test how well it handles signals from an external microphone. It seems that they've implemented some sort of "Auto-gain" that controls the camera's sound system.</p> <p> </p> <p>I've recently constructed my own simple "shotgun mic" (PVC pipe with wire and mic elements). It seems to record fine into my camcorder, picking up a ton of off-axis noise and sounds like its clipping the on-axis sound. I doubt it's a design problem, because the clipping picks up heavily when someone speaks at a normal tone into the front of the microphone, being approximately 2 - 3 feet away. Are there any workarounds, such as finding a good small mic attenuator. I'm not chasing after anything fancy, just need a small mic level adjuster that fits with a 1/8" miniplug (in and out).</p> <p> </p> <p>Any advice on where to find a good, small mic attenuator that I can use to get around this issue ($1 - $10 range)? If this doesn't help, are there any other options for a better work-around?</p> http://videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/avchd-vs-dvcpo-hd#post-51997 Sat, 07 Nov 2009 16:47:44 +0000 Suz 51997@http://videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p>Is the image quality the same with these two  formats or is the image in one better than the other.</p> http://videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/3-hrs-to-render-a-20-min#post-51996 Sat, 07 Nov 2009 16:04:56 +0000 Cville 51996@http://videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p> shippocaio</p> <p>I don't think the video card plays any role when renering from the time line to an mpeg for a dvd.  I think it is all processor.</p> <p> </p> http://videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/what-type-of-camcorder-do-i-need#post-51995 Sat, 07 Nov 2009 14:51:37 +0000 thellamaasskicker 51995@http://videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p>Ok what type of camcorder do i need to make my own home videos for<br /> skitts and stuff to edit on my computer? i am confused about all of the<br /> options, do i want dvd, mimi dv, hard drive, high def, flash<br /> memory???   i want somthing conveinient to post onto the web, like<br /> youtube or funny or die.... would i want a hard drive camcorder? <br /> seriously i am confused...</p> http://videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/avchd-full-hd-dvd-help#post-51994 Sat, 07 Nov 2009 14:48:42 +0000 galenfott 51994@http://videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p>I'm on the Mac, and am trying to create AVCHD discs in Toast using .iso images from Encore. I can successfully use Toast to create an AVCHD disc that plays 1920x1080 from a standard DVD. I can also create a standard DVD .iso in Encore and burn that to a playable standard DVD using Toast. But I can't create a "Blu-ray" .iso in Encore, and use Toast to burn that to a playable AVCHD disc.</p> <p>Mike Aiken seems to be doing essentially this, albeit not with Toast. Is there some "trick" or step to it? Is the footage already AVCHD? Mine isn't, and I've wondered if that's the problem. I can kind of see why it WOULDN'T work; Encore doesn't create a Blu-ray image to be AVCHD-compatible, so I'd think the .iso files wouldn't translate. Yet apparently it is possible.</p> <p>Thanks for any insight anyone can provide.</p> http://videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/camcorder-help-asap#post-51993 Sat, 07 Nov 2009 10:06:04 +0000 mery77 51993@http://videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p>Hello, I want to buy a camcorder to make student films and short home made films. I'm thinking of buying the Sony XR500V (Hard drive + memory disc optional) and the Panasonic TM300 (memory stick).</p> <p> I know each camera has its adventages and flaws;<br /> The Panasonic has 24p mode, manual Iris which the sony DOES NOT.<br /> But on the other hand some say that the sony beats the Panaonic in quality, friendly to use etc. And also that the Panasonic doesn't work well throughout time (is this true?)</p> <p> I know that the Sony Vegas tries to create 24p mode and I've seen on some youtube clips that the exposure keeps changing when they did this mode - at least I hope that it's because of that mode.<br /> Is the 24p mode so important that it'd be a deciding factor? </p> <p>In your expirience which is better, more friendly to use, better quality, sharpness, better in low light.<br /> In other words, if you were in my shoes which one would you get?</p> <p> PLEASE HELP ME ASAP - I don't have much time since my sister is in New York this week (where it's much cheaper).</p> http://videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/video-software-questions#post-51992 Sat, 07 Nov 2009 05:42:42 +0000 composite1 51992@http://videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p>Binski,</p> <p>I agree with Sarge. AFX is the mega-deep-end for compositing software and there's only one that goes way deeper than that called 'Nuke'.</p> <p>For a teen I would suggest Adobe Elements (Premiere &amp; Photoshop) or Sony Vegas Movie Studio. They won't cost you an arm and a leg and they have some good intermediate tools for the kid to learn. Before you get anything, make sure his computer meets the basic system requirements to run the software.</p> http://videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/cannot-transfer-video-to-my-pc#post-51991 Sat, 07 Nov 2009 05:25:28 +0000 composite1 51991@http://videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p>George,</p> <p>You've already got a similar thread on this same question. Check my suggestion on the other one and I've found, you have to call JVC's 800# (if in the US) to get anything actually taken care of.</p> http://videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/jvc-customer-support-is-joke#post-51990 Sat, 07 Nov 2009 05:22:43 +0000 composite1 51990@http://videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p>George,</p> <p>Apparently, XP is recognizing your device via firewire. Not being able to capture sounds like a firmware issue with the camera. Are you still under warranty? If so, send it back for repair or replacement. You're issue with JVC is not isolated with them. All the major companies are trying to push the new tech and supply less and less support for the old tech. So no matter what brand you get, you're going to run into similar problems with tape vs solid-state gear. If your camera has a USB input, see if you can capture from that in Movie Maker. At least you might be able to digitize your footage.</p> http://videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/short-video#post-51989 Sat, 07 Nov 2009 05:05:13 +0000 composite1 51989@http://videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p><em>"Predictable outcome? No way!"</em></p> <p>Way. Title and the build-up totally led up to the kid getting a knock-out. It wasn't bad, I just saw it coming. But that is part of the writing though you 'did it in your head', it still worked.</p> <p>The '180' rule helps the viewer from getting confused with the flow of your shots. You almost made it work with the initial neutral shot with the instructor and kid early in the flick. Had you gone with a tighter shot, you would have had a smooth flow into the that sequence. Don't 'hate the rule.' Knowing how to work it separates the 'wheat from the chaff' so to speak. Certain rules you can't break, but when you learn how they work you can bend them. The main thing to remember about the 180 rule is you have the most control over it during production. Once you're in the editing bay you have what you have. </p> <p>As a director/shooter you have to keep up with your talent's movements. If you're going to 'Direct' that means you must control the movement and placement of your talent. When you do so from behind the camera, you have a far greater view of where everything is and twice the responsibility to keep up with screen direction in the field. So those things you mentioned as to why 'this wasn't or that wasn't' are just excuses. No, you don't have to approach filmmaking as seriously as a military commander but if you want to turn out 'good product' you still have to possess a 'serious thread' in what you are doing. Even if you are not bankrolled, you are taking people's time and energy as well as your own in putting together these videos. You owe it to them and yourself to put out the best possible flick you can. </p> <p>Don't blame stuff on your camera. Unless it blew up in your hands spontaneously, it's just a tool. Learn how to use it. During my initial training, I worked with oldschool 'Handycams' and learned that though I didn't have the same quality of imagery and control as the procams I would work with later didn't mean I couldn't master the controls basic to all cameras and the composition of the image. You don't have to 'resize' the image in post. Get closer to the subject during the shoot. Don't get into the retarded mindset of 'fixing it in post.' Do the 'heavy lifting' during production so that post is just for putting together a completed film. If the day comes and you start having to pay for post-production, you'll find the 'fix it in post' thing will cost you lots of money for no good reason.</p> <p>No, you don't need a new camera for that POV shot. Just bring your talent into a closer circle. There was no need to have all of that space between them anyway. Bring them in closer, then slow down the 360 shot so you can clearly see their faces. If necessary, you can speed it up during the edit.</p> <p>Nah, color was just fine. You're putting that stuff up on the 'Tube'. The extra color info will increase your file size and you'll have to mess around with your compression settings and decrease your image quality. Just do a good white balance prior to each shot change and keep consistent looking exposures from shot to shot and your color should be just fine. With a camera like yours, you don't have much control over the color anyway.</p> <p>Don't sweat the 'Ammy' tag. Nobody rolls into this stuff as a master-level virtuoso. You're just getting into this so you're bound to make ammy mistakes. Deal with it. Now, if after about a year of doing this stuff you're still making the same mistakes.... Like I said in my initial critique, you've got the eye for it no doubt. There are plenty of books like the one I recommended and tons of 'how to' videos online as well as buttloads of classes that can help you to go from ammy to pro should you choose. Whether you utilize them or not will determine your depths of 'unsocialized homeshooling.'</p> http://videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/cannot-transfer-video-to-my-pc#post-51987 Sat, 07 Nov 2009 01:40:13 +0000 XTR-91 51987@http://videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p>Does the tape play fine on your camcorder? This may be a timecode error due to information loss if the tape has been dropped or gotten dusty over a period of time. This is particularly a side affect with analog tapes, but not as much so with MiniDV. The unfortunate possibility is that this may not be a software issue, but instead one where the camcorder requires repair.</p> <p>At this point, I'd try calling JVC instead.</p> http://videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/3-hrs-to-render-a-20-min#post-51986 Sat, 07 Nov 2009 01:05:29 +0000 shippocaio 51986@http://videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p>ha! that sound like me!</p> <p>I made a 10 minute video, and it took about 1 hour to render it.</p> <p>If you want faster renderings, try to upgrade your processor/graphic card. I am goint to. And dont buy crappy $50 ones. I am saving $300 to buy a graphic card.</p> <p> </p> <p>=D</p> http://videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/another-newbie-begging-for-critique#post-51985 Sat, 07 Nov 2009 01:01:33 +0000 shippocaio 51985@http://videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p>any comments on the final video?</p> <p>=D</p> http://videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/video-software-questions#post-51984 Sat, 07 Nov 2009 00:35:44 +0000 binski 51984@http://videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p>Thanks for the replys.  He's been making some decent entry level stuff with stop motion, and also with animation (ToonBoom).  He get's around pinnacle studio fairly well but really wants to add effects and tweak things.</p> <p>I appreciate the insight.</p> <p>binski</p> http://videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/what-camcorder-type-do-i-need#post-51983 Fri, 06 Nov 2009 23:01:43 +0000 thellamaasskicker 51983@http://videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p>Ok what type of camcorder do i need to make my own home videos for skitts and stuff to edit on my computer? i am confused about all of the options, do i want dvd, mimi dv, hard drive, high def, flash memory???   i want somthing conveinient to post onto the web, like youtube or funny or die.... would i want a hard drive camcorder?  seriously i am confused...</p> http://videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/jvc-customer-support-is-joke#post-51982 Fri, 06 Nov 2009 19:41:35 +0000 georgeknows 51982@http://videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p>I have a miniDV video camera made by JVC, Model GR-D770U, and followed the manual indicating  hooking up a fire wire cable to transfer the video from the camera to my PC running Windows XP. So far I have been unsccessful in trying to transfer the video from the camcorder to my pc, Windows Movie Maker will not capture the video, and Adobe Premier Pro CS4 would not capture the video as well, I can manipulate the camera through the software, (rewind, play, fast forward) but thats about it. I called customer support at JVC, and they couildn't help me, and despite pointing out the fact that their manual says I can, they tell me I can't, and that I need to use a DVD recorder to transfer the video in order to get it on my computer. So now i have to use a work arouind that I'm not sure will work ? And the customers service rep begins to tell me that is why JVC are changing from tape to hard drives, and sd cards, Cmon, JVC is clueless about what they are doing in the support department. I can garuntee you I'm selling my JVC camera, and purchasing another brand that will work without all this BS work around nonsense. Now I know why people prefer other video camera brands, and Macs over PC's for video editing. </p> http://videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/3-hrs-to-render-a-20-min#post-51981 Fri, 06 Nov 2009 18:36:47 +0000 BruceMol 51981@http://videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p>I've been thinking about that question...</p> <p>I really don't know how (the fastest way) a person can jump out of an airplane, video record the parachute descent, then, while the customer waits, make a DVD of the jump. Surely people won't wait around for 3.5 hours! That's probably longer than learning to make the jump and doing it.</p> <p>What member <em>peter</em> should have asked is HOW to use the recording on his Sanyo to make a 20 min DVD ASAP. Or at least, what are others in similar (adventure tourism) businesses doing?</p> http://videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/help-with-video-quality#post-51980 Fri, 06 Nov 2009 17:32:00 +0000 Jaimie 51980@http://videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p>Dane,</p> <p>All of the suggestions so far are good, but you would gain more information by describing in what way your video quality is "poor".  Are the pictures blurry or is the color unsaturated?  Do the images jump or freeze?  does it lose lip sync?  </p> <p>Is everything bad all the time or do you sometimes get good quality?</p> <p> </p> <p>A little more detail will get you a better answer.</p> <p>Regards,</p> <p>Jaimie Charlton</p> <p>Images and Motion</p> http://videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/cannot-transfer-video-to-my-pc#post-51979 Fri, 06 Nov 2009 17:03:10 +0000 georgeknows 51979@http://videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p>I have a JVC GR-D770U MiniDV camcorder, and I am unable to transfer the video from my camcorder to my PC running Windows XP Pro. I have plugged in the 4-pin to 6-pin fire wire cable. I have tried to capture the video using Windows Movie Maker, and Adobe Premier Pro CS4, and they will not capture or preview the the video. With Adobe Pemier Pro an error message keeps popping up "Invalide Timecode". I know the software is communicating with the camera becuase I can rewind, play, and fast forward the tape in the camera, but I can't capture the video, or even preview it in the software. I have tried emailing JVC support, but they have failed to reply (so much for JVC). I'm at a loss as to how to overcome this obsticale, and get my video onto my hard drive. If I am unable to solve the problem with a solution I'm ready to get rid of the camera, and look for a new one. I considered a video capture card, but the camcorder is already digital, so it woiuld be redundent. I'm stumped, and frustrated, this process should not be rocket science, it shoiuld be straight forward, simple and easy to load your video onto a computer. I would appreciate any help, or suggestions you can offer.</p> http://videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/video-software-questions#post-51978 Fri, 06 Nov 2009 16:35:43 +0000 SargeHero 51978@http://videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p>binski</p> <p> After Effect is a incredibly powerful effects software. The learning curve is high and I believe that some basic video editing and graphic design experience will be useful.  I recommend that your son start learning about video editing first (play with camera angles, editing techniques,etc). Tell him to subscribe to this forum, read Videomaker magazine and make his own mini movies. He will need to learn the basic techniques of editing before jumping to After Effects. After Effect is not for the soft of heart, you can get extremely frustrated with it and video editing/productions are to have as much fun as you can have. To answer you question, he will need Premiere for video editing and After Effects  (like BZL mention) for after effects. </p> <p>Good luck and always, motivate your son in what he is doing (Passion and motivation is a key element of the video maker)</p> http://videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/mp3-audio-dropping-out-in-premiere-cs4#post-51977 Fri, 06 Nov 2009 16:05:26 +0000 SargeHero 51977@http://videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p>This happen to me with a video. The audio was fine until about 10 to 15 seconds at the end of the clip. The video/audio played completely in VLC and Quicktime. To fix this I convert the audio from the video to mp3, add it to Premiere, link it with the video and all was good. </p> <p>Badmonkey: You see the waveform from the audio suddenly going completely blank, right?. I believe that the mp3 format could be damage in some songs. Try converting the audio to wav, aac or aif and see what happen. You can also convert the audio to video (this is not that practical, but it works) and then in Premiere simply remove the video. </p> <p>Robertcfi: What tool are you using to move your audio/video on the timeline? If you use the selection tool to move your audio/video it will move that specific clip that you selected. If there another clip in front or behind the timeline and you move your video over another video it will be overlay (It will delete the video/audio bellow) You can hold the control key on PC (Command on Mac), drag the video clip anywhere and it will overlap any video/audio (the video/audio will move to the right or left) I use the track selection tool to move clips in the timeline. It moves the clips from one video and audio track (be careful because you can overlay clips) If you hold shift you will see two black arrows, this will move all the video and audio tracks. </p> <p><strong><br /></strong></p> http://videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/graphics-card-help#post-51976 Fri, 06 Nov 2009 16:04:18 +0000 XTR-91 51976@http://videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p>What type of graphics card are you currently using? The processor speed (even more so than the graphics card) determines nearly 90% of your computer's editing capability (how well it handles software). There's more to good editing capabilities than a good graphics card.</p> <p>Also, the vast majority of horse-power graphics cards are expensive. If your system is within five years old, you probably have a good, stable graphics card that's good enough for editing.</p> http://videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/hd-camcorder-questions#post-51975 Fri, 06 Nov 2009 15:54:08 +0000 XTR-91 51975@http://videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p>The Canon Vixia HF S10 also shoots a whopping 900 lines of resolution. Sounds simple for some people if you're recording Full HD (1920x1080). The average amount of horizontal lines for a consumer Full HD camcorders is around 675. It's probably the HD camcorder I'll upgrade to in years to come when I upgrade to HD, if no other prosumer HD camera shoots such fine detail. Right now, I'm staying with my JVC standard definition GZ-MG505.</p> http://videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/i-want-to-go-live#post-51974 Fri, 06 Nov 2009 14:56:45 +0000 cata12 51974@http://videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p> Hello:</p> <p>I am streaming already on BlinkoTV and TikiLIVE. Basicly I use a video camera connected to my capture card, have their broadcaster installed and this is it. Please share with us what exactly are the problems you encounter so we can figure it out. </p> http://videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/hd-camcorder-questions#post-51973 Fri, 06 Nov 2009 14:45:26 +0000 cata12 51973@http://videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p> Hello </p> <p>I recommend you Canon VixiaHF10. This is what I currently use to stream my online shows on tikilive.com. Professional look and functions, HD compliant, around $500.</p> <p>Here is a presentation:<a href="http://reviews.cnet.com/digital-camcorders/canon-vixia-hf10/4505-6500_7-32786396.html">http://reviews.cnet.com/digital-camcorders/canon-vixia-hf10/4505-6500_7-32786396.html</a> Have a look and hope you ll have some answers.</p> <p>Regards</p> http://videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/the-november-cam-for-me-question#post-51972 Fri, 06 Nov 2009 14:20:23 +0000 cata12 51972@http://videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p> Hello Levi:</p> <p>I am doing live streaming on <a href="http://www.tikilive.com">www.tikilive.com</a> and I use a Canon Vixia HF10 connected to my capture card trough HDMI. IF you want to have clear video quality it will be great to choose HD. Now it depends on your project as well. Just curios, what are you trying to achieve ?</p> <p>Regards</p> <p>Catalin</p> http://videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/video-software-questions#post-51971 Fri, 06 Nov 2009 13:29:44 +0000 BZL Productions 51971@http://videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p> From what I know from taking to some VFX guys after effects is mostly for... well after effects. I persoonally would wait till he is mabe 16 or so for after effects. I don't have it but i've seen it before and it's relly complex and it's at a price of <strong>$999</strong>. Also adobe has a free trial. </p> <p><strong>Good Luck!</strong></p> http://videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/graphics-card-help#post-51970 Fri, 06 Nov 2009 13:20:03 +0000 BZL Productions 51970@http://videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p>About a year ago I got my first editing software, Pinnacle Studio Ultimate V.12. Now I was coming from movie maker so I didn.t care when it said magic bullet looks couldn't work on my computter. Now i'm on v.14 and it still has magic bullet. Once again it shows an error. After talking to some VFX people I know I decided I need to use this software. </p> <p><strong>So what type of graphics card do I need. I use a dell computter.</strong></p> <p><strong> </strong></p> http://videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/moving-on-from-videomaker#post-51969 Fri, 06 Nov 2009 13:10:48 +0000 BZL Productions 51969@http://videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p> You will be missed.</p> <p>Goog luck!</p> http://videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/3-hrs-to-render-a-20-min#post-51967 Fri, 06 Nov 2009 11:50:15 +0000 birdcat 51967@http://videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p>Don't feel too bad - I once had a render of a two hour video take 26 hours!</p> http://videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/video-software-questions#post-51966 Fri, 06 Nov 2009 11:20:35 +0000 binski 51966@http://videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p> My 13yo son has been using an old version of Pinnacle Studio for a few years now and I wanted to upgrade him.  I purchased Photoshop Elements 7/Premiere 7 for basic editing, but then found that he was interested in Adobe After Effects (CS4).  My question is ... would he still need to use Premiere 7 (or similar) as a basic editor prior to using After Effects?  Or does After Effects also provide for the basic editing. I'm confused.</p> <p>Obviously SW isn't my thing, so I would appreciate the feedback.</p> <p>binski</p>