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Feature Stories

Drawing a Blank

by D. Eric Franks
Tips for buying blank videotape and discs for your productions.

Buying a Camcorder

by Hal Robertson
Finding the perfect balance of features, price and quality.

Using Camera Angles Like a Pro

by Jim Stinson
In quality videos, camera angles enhance the style of the program

Departments

Quick Focus

by Charles Fulton

New Gear

by Charles Fulton
  • Boris Title Toolkit After Effects Plug Ins
  • Software Architects GreatVideo! 2.0 DVD File Converter
  • Focus FireStore FS-3 Capture Device
  • Contour Design ShuttlePro V.2 USB Jog/Shuttle Dial
  • Lowepro CompuTrekker AW Backpack
  • Pitch-A-Pak Presentation Albums
  • MainConcept MainActor 5.1 Video Editing Software

Video News

by Charles Fulton
Video industry news. Sony Announces DCR-VX2100. Gateway: Not Just Computers Anymore. Avid Launches Xpress Pro. Ulead Set to Debut DVD Workshop.
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December 2003
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Columns

Viewfinder: Our Hope for You

by Matthew York
Our Hope for You

Home Video Hints: Easy-to-make Labels

by Dr. Robert G. Nulph
Simple labels for your videos and DVDs.

Light Source: Lighting Moving Targets

by Jim Stinson
A few lights can cover a lot of action -- if you know how to use them.

Editing: What Did You Say?

by Bill Davis
Understanding the hidden meanings of transition effects.

Sound Advice: Living a Balanced Life

by Hal Robertson
Making the most of balanced audio cables and connections.

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