Use of Subtitles in Today's Video Production

Video production throughout the globe has seen a lot of advancements in the past few decades. Classic works have emerged in almost all national and local languages. Good works can be seen in all versions of video such as TV programs, advertisements and movies. The knowledge that quality video production is happening all around the world created an urge in video viewers to start appreciating productions other than the ones in their language. This trend has been made possible mainly due to one technology that permits a viewer to understand any movie irrespective of the language in which it is made, the technology of subtitling. Subtitling is the process of displaying the conversations in every scene in written form when that scene is happening. These writings are called subtitles and are provided towards the bottom of the frame so that they do not disturb the clear viewing of the scene. The language in which the subtitles are provided is decided according to the targeted viewers of the video. With the globalization of visual media industry, subtitling is one among the most common processes in contemporary video production. Subtitles in almost every language are being made these days. Subtitling the movies in different national and local languages with writings widely used languages such as English, French, and Chinese etc is very popular at present. Among the videos being subtitled with selected languages, giving English subtitles to French movies are one among the most demanded services. Understandably the reason for this is the widespread usage of these two languages and the prominence of filmmaking in them. The general subtitling procedure goes through the steps of receiving source video material, checking time code reference on video, importing the video to workstation, setting subtitle style parameters, translating source language to target language, preparing subtitle text, adding timing cues, reviewing subtitles against video and audio, producing preview output tape and deliver subtitle file to transmission.

Among the Indian production houses sought after by the global biggies, SBL comes in the premium class. SBL is a global ISO 9001:2008, ISO 27001:2005 accredited IT and ITES solutions provider with a proven track record of successfully delivering end-to-end IT solutions to Governments and Fortune 1000 companies. SBL Graphics continues to keep winning the race among video production companies by its simple formula of giving the best results at the lowest of prices. Manpower, infrastructure and location being its might, SBL successfully maintains its repute of timely delivery of results that are remarkable and cost efficient.SBL works in implementing the best practices for Data protection in strict conformance with the global standards and cover emerging disciplines of security and privacy. SBL is ISO 27001:2005 certified for Data Security and Data Privacy under its framework. SBL has the best possible infrastructure dedicated lines for tele-conferencing, impregnable firewall protection, fail safe power supply with dedicated transformers, latest software's and 24 hour guarded access with sensor cards. Riding along India's speedy winds of advanced video production culture, SBL is soon expected to be one among the global leaders of this realm.

Among the Indian production houses sought after by the global biggies, SBL comes in the premium class. SBL is a global ISO 9001:2008, ISO 27001:2005 accredited IT and ITES solutions provider with a proven track record of successfully delivering end-to-end IT solutions to Governments and Fortune 1000 companies.

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Best Video Production Leaves Unbelievable Impact on Customers

Video production can be categorized in many forms such as TV videos, marketing videos, corporate videos, training videos, etc. Though all videos carry the almost the same message with minor differences and meanings. The main aim behind video companies is to make the clients and customers know about the products, service and companies. But, the with minor differences in all the mentioned videos, the video production companies have to take care about the effectiveness and efficiency that needs to impart in all videos. These can only be acquired if the people behind video productions find latest and advancements equipment and cameras, and have the passion for their work.

The passionate people can offer memorable creativity and uniqueness in the videos. This makes them more entertaining, meaningful and leaves a great impact on the customers by sticking to the memories of customers. Talent and creativity are the skills that can not be taught through books or can be learned from experiences. When the passion stays in heart then the courage for offering significant work portrays in your assignments. The task finds an extra edge when the video production is processed using high definition cameras and advancement equipment or applications in the industry. So talent and technology merge offers unbelievable video that remain unforgettable and effective for many years and sometime for decades.

Today, videos are the best medium to display products, convey messages and woo customers in the industry. Fast and hectic life schedule never allows anyone to read and go through the description provided in a pamphlet, articles or in some written script. Making an entertaining video not only help the viewer to know about the things clients want to share to the customers but also help making the talk of the town. Best entertaining videos makes the family and the professionals talk, discuss and play all the time with it. The product gets promoted to many even when offline.

Therefore, never compromise on the video production by providing contract to less known company in the country. Always look for the client's list provided by the company of the industry. The company with more reputed clients could help you get the best, unique and impactful videos for your business, corporate and advertisement. Such companies will offer flexible budgets that will eliminate all hidden and financial disappointments in the middle of the projects. You will get efficient videos delivered to you on-time within budget by the best video production companies.

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Amateur Cinema 2012 - Video Production

We are living during an unprecedented time of options in the world of amateur and professional filmmaking. Prices, availability, options, and capabilities have been increasing at an unprecedented rate. There are many reasons for this but I think two main contributors are RED Digital Cinema and the emergence of DSLR's. There are many detractors of both but in terms of making amazing technological abilities available to the masses they have been instrumental. To literally be able to spend $1000 on a Canon, Nikon or Panasonic DSLR video production camera and have a viable movie making machine is something that was impossible even 3 years ago.

RED started in 2005 with a simple idea, to bring inexpensive, high quality cinema video cameras to the masses. With their second generation camera, the EPIC, they have by many critic's conclusions finally arrived at a camera that can actually rival 35mm film. With resolution exceeding that of S35, extended Dynamic Range provided by HDR-X and sensitivity that brings about shooting possibilities never reached by film, the EPIC has ushered in a whole new generation of filmmaking.

On the lower end, Canon with its 5DMkII camera and its full frame 35mm sensor has changed all the rules of what it takes to make a movie. In fact it has even been used on the Oscar nominated film 127 Hours. Despite their issues, these cameras have put the big guys in the industry on the hot-seat and made it very clear what they need to do to keep up in this democratized production environment.

SO... ON November 3rd 2011 there was a huge announcement from both Canon and RED about their respective products. They may not have been game-changers for major Hollywood studios but they certainly had an impact on nearly every indie filmmaker on Earth. I know that sounds like hyperbole but the point is that if Scarlet or the new Canon camera is not the one you own it will still create waves in the rest of the industry and further push the price vs. performance envelope. It's a great time to be a filmmaker and it's a great time to be in video production.

RED Epic-X

Epic-X Features are as follows: (with my comments thrown in)

RED DSMC (Digital Stills and Motion Camera)

New MYSTERIUM-X 5K sensor
5K (2:1, 2.4:1, Anamorphic 2:1) at 1-120fps
4.5k RAW (2.4:1) at 1-120fps
4K (16:9, HD, 2:1, Anamorphic 2:1) at 1-150fps (more than is currently available in the RED One at 2k)
3K (16:9, 2:1, Anamorphic 2:1) at 1-200fps
2K (16:9, 2:1, Anamorphic 2:1) at 1-300fps (hopefully it will be a sharper 2k than on the RED One which is not great.)
1080P (16:9) (one of the most exciting ones for me given so much documentary type shooting could be easily handled with a pristine 1080p master)
720P (16:9)

Increased Dynamic Range - 13.5 Stops, but ability to do 18 stops
Time Lapse, Frame Ramping (probably just an improved version of what's on the RED One)
REDCODE 12 and 16-bit RAW (Awesome for some things but that's a LOT of data, I will stick to a lower number most of the time)
ISO 200-8000 (I would love to see some relatively clean stuff at 2000 at least)
Completely Modular System, each Module individually upgradeable
Independent Stills and Motion Modes (both record full resolution REDCODE RAW)
5 Axis Adjustable Sensor Plate (sounds cool but I'm not sure how hard it will be to simply set back focus.)
Multiple Recording Media Options (Compact Flash, RED MAG SSD, RED Drives, RED RAM) They are supposedly having 2 compact flash slots which will be very useful and finally catching up with the times.
Wireless REDMOTE control (A very good idea and something that should've been around long ago.)
Touchscreen LCD control option (cool but not indispensable)
Bomb-EVF, RED-EVF and RED-LCD compatible (I am VERY happy about this one)

Multiple User Control Buttons
LDS and /i Data enabled PL Mount (A Requirement more than a development)
Monitor Ports support both LCD and EVF (YAY 2 LCD's at a time)
720P, 1080P and 2K monitoring support
Gigagbit Network interface and 802.11 Wireless interface (Finally my iPhone will not have more power than my 30k camera.)
3 Axis internal motion sensor, built in GPS receiver (Pretty slick, oh the possibilities)
Enhanced Metadata
Full size connectors on Pro I/O Module. AES Digital Audio input, single and dual link HD-SDI
Support for RED, most Arri 19mm, Studio 15mm, 15mm Lite, Panavision and NATO accessories. INDUSTRY STANDARD IS INDUSTRY STANDARD. I'm glad they're realizing this more and more.
Dimensions- Approx. 4''4,'5.5''
Weight (Brain only)- Approx. 5 lbs (2.27kg)

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Watch Your Home Movies: Editing Your Video Footage Into A Film

One of the most important things I do in my job is editing. When people first think about sharing their life story, they are overwhelmed with the volumes of information to relate and recount. It's my job to help them focus, to record and produce a clear, concise and entertaining story.

One of the hardest things to do is edit your own family footage. In your eyes, everything that was filmed feels like it has great significance and meaning. But a larger audience may not feel the same way. This is why you MUST edit down your footage if you plan for others to sit and watch it for any great length of time. You must get to the heart of the story and eliminate all non-essential details.

While there is great skill involved in editing together an amazing film, for the average person, you need not have great skills to make something that's entertaining and watchable. Think of editing film as similar to editing a term paper using your computer's word processing program. You have lots of ideas. You just need to cut out the ones that don't add to your thesis and move the ones that do until they make sense and flow together.

And just like you need to find the right word processing software to edit your term paper, you will need to find the right film editing software that works best with your computer and your skill level.

There are many types of editing software out there for Mac and PC at varying price points. This article shares the top 5 software out there for novices and advanced alike. It's a great summary of the best that's out there and I strongly agree with their recommendations. http://lifehacker.com/5165944/six-best-video-editing-applications

Once you've chosen your software, the first step with editing your film is to CAPTURE all of the footage you shot and get it into your computer.

• If you filmed onto a removable drive, you can hook this up to your computer and find all the clips you shot ready for editing immediately.

• If you filmed onto digital tape, you will need to "digitize" your footage by hooking up your camera to your computer via USB or Firewire and then use editing software to convert the footage into files that can be read by the software.

• If you filmed onto a DVD, you will need to use software that breaks down the DVD into clips that can be used with the editing software. (I like MPEG Streamclip, for Mac or PC. It works well and it's free! http://www.squared5.com/ )

After you've captured your footage, you want to organize it into clips and bins that go with a theme or story, depending on how you decide to organize.

Once you've organized your clips, you will place them onto your software's timeline and start re-arranging them to create your story. Here is where you'll want to cut out all of those extra parts that aren't needed, such as the speakers' many "umms" and "ahhs," or the footage where you forgot to turn off the record button while you were setting up, or the footage from last year's Halloween party that was on the tape but isn't relevant to the story you are editing together about the family reunion. (You get my point.)

What will ultimately "connect the dots" and make your story flow is by using Cutaway Shots. A simple example is using photos or other non-interview footage to cover over the cut points from an interview. (When you edit down someone's interview and chop it into smaller pieces, it will end up being a series of "jump cuts." Cutaway or B-Roll shots cover these jump cuts.) The best cutaways are ones that are relevant to the story and enhance its meaning.

However you manage to edit down your footage, the key is to make it something that's shorter and even more meaningful than the original footage you shot. Your audience will thank you more than you will ever know!

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HD Stock Footage - A Video Production Game-Changer

People who produce videos, whether for marketing presentations, indie films, amateur film makers or blockbuster Hollywood films have taken advantage of stock video footage for years. There are lots of ways to utilize stock footage, from direct integration into the video to using it as a background prop. Until recently, the only stock footage producers had access to was standard NTSC type clips but with advances in technology and the increasing popularity and availability of high definition, HD stock footage is becoming the "gold standard" for use in productions large or small.

Granted, standard video footage still has plenty of uses in both presentations and in movies. With the intensity and quality that HD stock footage has, however, those clips have fewer and fewer uses. Since HD has become so popular, most people now have access to widescreen monitors and TV's so putting together video presentations and shows for use on the web has become increasingly popular as well.

Anyone who has compared the video quality of HD versus standard video knows just how dramatic the differences are. Not only do you have the full aspect ratio you'd expect in a movie theater but the video quality is undeniable. By using stock HD footage from a football game, almost every blade of grass on the ball field can be counted, footage of animals in nature are more lifelike than ever before, and the cooking shows are so detailed that you start to drool. That's why incorporating HD video into your productions is so important.

The main point to any video production is to get someone to notice it then to stay put until you've gotten your "story" told. Even sales video presentations have that as their main goal, although their "story" is about the company's products and services. HD footage enables you to put together a very powerful, dramatic production without having to shoot every frame of it and have it edited down into something usable. With the great selection of high definition footage available, you won't have any trouble finding exactly what you need for your production.

Perhaps the best part of using stock footage is the fact that it saves. Not only does it save you time since you don't have to shoot all your own footage but it saves you money as well. Since all you have to do is basically drag and drop the clip into your production software, there are few, if any production modifications that have to be made to it. Reduced labor costs, reduced production costs and amazing footage makes utilizing stock footage in HD a total win-win for your video production.

Using HD video clips can make a world of difference when you are putting together a presentation you want to wow everyone with. Lewis Williamson found a great stock video library he could use anytime he needed a good clip.

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Chinese Video Production Gear

There are several difficult choices to be made when buying gear in 2012. It's expensive, it's confusing and it's ever-changing.

1. It's expensive. At least it was, but it's getting cheaper, but this is bringing other problems as well. I always say if you want to make something cost 3 times as much just write the word 'video' on the side. There are a few things that are helping lower the costs such as competition and foreign production (and I'm not talking about Germany). The specific question here is if being able to get more video production equipment for less is really a good investment if it means that it comes straight from China or a 3rd world country. Think about where the ideas came from for the design, the overall quality level and the chances of being able to replace it if something breaks. There are other considerations, but when it comes to those it is usually pretty obvious that buying Chinese made knockoffs is probably a bad idea. They are cheaper and competentish but also chintzier and rarely make you feel like a pro. Paid video production is often just about looking and conducting yourself like a pro.

2. It's confusing. 'Standards' often mean nothing in the world of film in film and video. Like rules, they are made to be broken. An issue with buying video production equipment from less than stellar companies is that the pieces don't always play nicely with the rest of your gear. Although companies like Red Rock aren't perfect they do offer something that is pretty valuable. They offer complete sets. If you find that the day after you bought a kit you need to modify it to do something a little different you will most likely have a lot of luck on the Red Rock or Zacuto site finding the exact right piece to make your setup work perfectly. It may not be cheap but it will be designed and built for exactly what you need it for. I was on set as a 1st AC once with an ASC DP when we were talking about my RED One camera and its pros (which he found few) and cons (which he found many). A lifelong Panavision user he knew that whatever tiny piece of gear or thing he thought he might possibly need at any point it was only a phone call away. Panavision had it all. It all worked together and it was as he called it "a complete system." RED has come a long way since then but Panavison certainly has a long pedigree of Cinema experience that is hard to beat. What RED has done with the EPIC program and all its modular parts is certainly similar to what Panavision has been doing for decades. In the end, it is nice to be able to talk to a company that knows what you are going through, what you are trying to do on set and advise you accordingly.

3. It's ever-changing. If there's one thing we know about video production it's that there are constantly new products, new improvements, new technology and of course that we want them all. Knowing that you have gear with decent resale value is important. Knowing that it is expandable, durable and made by a company that will most likely be around in a few years is also something you will feel good about long after the gear has paid for itself. One other thing to keep in mind is 'The Frankenstein Effect.' No one likes to show up on set with video equipment that looks like it was cobbled together from a bunch of yard sales and metal shops. Even if it works great it's not always the best for a professional appearance or the confidence that comes from using video production equipment that you really love.

When it's all said and done it's most likely a money issue. And the best way to sum up that question is with a simple maxim. Pay now or pay later. Few people would rather own a generic knock-off than a real Port-a-brace case. The same is definitely true for matte boxes, tripods, lights, Steadi/Glide cams etc... If you're a pro then it makes sense to buy pro gear and leave the knockoffs to hobbyists and amateurs.

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The Sony AX2000 Video Camera Is The Wave Of The Future

When looking for an HD model camcorder, look no further than the all new Sony AX2000. It is an impressive consumer level camcorder and it is cutting edge and top of the line. The camera can capture either Standard Def or High Def video in MPEG-2 formats, and records with a tapeless camera onto a memory stick. The camera is ideal when it comes to recording on to a blue ray format since the code is extremely compatible with blue ray players.

As with other cameras in this category, the Sony AX2000 is a three chip camera that produces better clarity and color which uses Exmor sensors that are less expensive than other alternatives. This is much less expensive to manufacture and they use considerably less battery power.

The camera has a lens that is a long telephoto, which is not very wide, but allows for better shooting in even the smallest of rooms. While most videographers will use a wide-angle to shoot, the telephoto is a convenient alternative to a different approach to filming, and can be attached to a tripod for more stable shooting. The inputs are extremely handy and they help you by letting you forget about the power needs of the microphone.

The control of the lens allows for greater operator control and professional film makers will appreciate the more precise controls and manual adjustment options. The Sony AX2000 knows intuitively which of the three control rings contains the image adjustments that need to be made, making for simpler ease of use. Some of the other display modes and handy tools that come standard with the Sony AX2000 are:

• Zebra Display - this allows the user to add a striped pattern to brighter areas of video images

• Histogram Display - an images brightness distribution appears with this option, giving you objective determination and allowing for adjusting the cameras brightness

• Manual gain adjust

• Faster shutter speed

• Greater white balance

The Sony AX2000 can either record or take still images, either of which are taken with the highest clarity available on the market today. When looking for a camera that offers the most control, options, and ease of use for a photographer or videographer, the Sony Ax2000 is the only camera that one will need. In order to create spectacular and breathtaking images and video, having the best equipment will help to achieve the desired goal and results. The AX2000 is at the top of the list when it comes to usability, comfort, technical advantages, and this camera will not disappoint amateur or professional film buffs. When it comes to creating the best product possible, the use of the AX2000 will help to get where you need to be.

Stan Roderbel loves to write about the latest electronic gadgets, gismos and anything related to cutting edge technology. Stan ventures into the fields of cameras, video and cell phones to find out the newest product and bring that product to his readers. You will enjoy this article about the Sony AX2000 Camcorder even more if you go to the Sony AX2000 website. While there read the article about the Sony HVRZ7U video recorder and it's many fine features.

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Learn About the Great Features and Benefits of the Sony HDR-XR150 Video Camera

At the 2010 Consumer Electronics Show, the Sony HDR-XR150 was introduced to the electronics market, and is one of the latest HD video cameras to be launched by one of the big brands in the business. The Sony HDR-XR150 is actually the successor of the Sony XR100 video cameras from 2009, and not only are they smaller than their precursor but they are also cheaper.

This new Sony HD video camera is equipped with 25x optical zooms, and it also has a hard drive with a space capacity of 120GB. Just as with many of the other video cameras that are made by Sony, this camera has a wide array of innovative features such as: Smooth Slow Record Mode, Intelligent Auto, Child Priority Tool, Steady Shot, Smile Shutter, Face Detection and Spot Focus.

In regards to the specifications of the Sony HDR-XR150 there are some similarities to other Sony digital cameras such as the Sony XR100; however, there are also some improvements. One such improvement is the expanded 25x optical zooms of the HDR-XR150, which is considered to be rather impressive for such a small video camera as other camcorders made by the brand has 15x optical zoom lens or even less. Additionally, this Sony Camera features SDHC/SD memory card support, as well as the Sony Memory Stick format. Therefore, you will always have approximately three recording formats that you can take advantage of.

The Sony HDR-XR150 is also considered to be one of the most compact HD video cameras that are currently available on the market. Although this digital camcorder is equipped with a hard drive of 120GB, it measures 57mm x 67mm x 114mm and it weighs approximately 300g. It you compare this model to other models of Sony video cameras such as the HDR-SR12E, you will feel as though the camcorder has shrunk significantly. As such, it is not very difficult to carry around for your convenience.

Not only does this HD camcorder feature the popular Sony BIONZ processing chip, but it also features the redesigned version of the Carl Zeiss Vario-Tessar lens. In the AVCHD format, other models of Sony video cameras could only record 1080p videos at approximately 16Mbps; however, this camera is able to do the same type of recording at approximately 24Mbps.

When recording videos in the LP mode, the hard drive of the HDR-XR150 is able to store approximately 50 hours and 30 minutes of HD video; on the other hand, when the recording is done at its highest quality, this video camera can only store approximately 11 hours and 20 minutes of video. Furthermore, if you choose to, you can use standard definition to record your videos.

Stan Roderbel loves to write about the latest electronic gadgets, gismos and anything related to cutting edge technology. Stan ventures into the fields of cameras, video and cell phones to find out the newest product and bring that product to his readers. You will enjoy this article about the Sony HDR-XR150 Video Camera even more if you go to the Sony HDR-XR150 website.

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Video Production Gear for DSLR Shoots

The majority of dSLR shooters require a light gear load as we usually do not have the luxury of a full crew to help carry our stuff. We also might move to several locations in a single day, and more equipment means slower set ups and breakdowns which can make a tight video production schedule even tighter. There are, however, a few things that I recommend even one-man-band shooters to carry around due to their light weight, small size and tremendous utility.

Zoom H4N or TASCAM DR-100

These little devices are indispensable as video production field recorders, thanks to their low $300 price tags and stunning stereo sound quality. You can use the onboard mics, which do a great job on their own, or attach external microphones, each of which can be recorded onto its own separate track in 4-Channel recording mode on the H4N. The sound quality of these affordable devices adds a tremendous amount of production value to a low-budget dSLR shoot, as dSLR onboard mics sound pretty terrible. Even if you have a higher-end field recorder and mics for your main capture, the H4N can be used to capture ambient sounds to layer in during post or do quick ADR sessions while your actors are on set. Have an assistant take your actors to a quiet area and re-record all their lines while you continue shooting. These takes can then be used to replace any garbled lines recorded by your main unit. One note: the units lack Time Code generators, meaning all syncing has to be done visually using waveforms.

Monopod

Having a lightweight, collapsible monopod tucked into my gear bag has come in extremely handy when I least expected it on dSLR video productions. A decent monopod costs around 20 bucks and is way lighter than any tripod. In addition to allowing me to shoot smooth pans with my dSLR with a much smaller footprint than a tripod, I have also used my monopod as a boom pole which I attach my H4N to directly. For shoots in nature, I have used my monopod as a walking stick. A bonus is the security felt by having a six-foot pole with which to potentially beat off wild animals! In a festive mood? Instant limbo-stick! Seriously though, it's a very versatile tool which can even be used as a stabilization device as I explain in this other ShutterDown article on Cheap or Free Stabilization/Steadicam Tricks.

18% Grey Card

Setting proper exposure is best done with a professional light meter. If you find yourself without one (they can be a bit pricey), then another solution for setting exposure quickly in the field is an 18% gray card. This is a card with a neutral color cast that contains 18% black (on a scale where 0% is pure white and 100% is pure black). You can use the card to set the exposure on your dSLR and avoid blowing out your whites. A secondary use of the card is to set your white balance. For most dSLRs it works just as well as a white card without having to carry something else in your gear kit. For even more accurate color correction in post, invest in a three-card set containing pure white, 18% gray and pure black. After you frame your shot and set exposure, shoot a few seconds of the cards and use this footage in post to adjust your white, grey and black levels in your color corrector using the eye-dropper tool. Need a free card? Wilsonart will send you FREE samples of their laminate which will come in handy in a pinch. I ordered a black, white and grey card from them in 3 x 5 sizes (choose "matte" finish for low reflectivity), and used a brass binder to hold them all together. The gray is quite close to a pro gray card, close enough to neutral to do the trick for most shooters on a budget.

Collapsible Reflector

When on a dSLR shoot, I like to travel as lightly as possible. For this reason, I prefer collapsible reflectors as opposed to carrying Styrofoam boards around. In addition to being inconvenient, large boards have a tendency to act like sails when not in use and fly around, potentially whacking your actors or your gear. The collapsible reflector I use shrinks to 12" when folded and put in its case, making it much less of a hazard and easy to carry around. It's great to bounce a little fill on an actor's face or to reduce harsh light by acting as a shade.

Extra Media Cards

Media cards, such as SD or P2 cards, can die at the worst possible moment. This unfortunate event happened to me once while setting up to shoot a live theater performance. I had tested the camera earlier and all was well. For some inexplicable reason, however, when I turned the camera on to start recording, my camera reported an SD card error. Thankfully, I had a spare, which I quickly formatted and used to record the show without further problems. What would I have done without this extra card? I shudder to think of the disappointing conversation with my clients that would have occurred had I not had that spare little card in my gear bag. p.s. While buying an extra media card, pick up at least one spare battery for your camera as well.

Blake Barnett
Production Manager
Video Production

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What Makes a Great Video Camera?

Let's start with the cold, hard facts. Not all cameras are created equal. In this modern world where everything is already technology driven, you must have the best video camera to capture moments and memories. You must now be aware that in order for you to capture those moments with perfection, you must also look for the "close-to-perfect" camera. Here is a list of some things you need to make sure of when buying video cameras.

1. Storage- I put this one first because most video cameras nowadays store data in memory cards or hard drives. In case you have different needs, there are still cameras that store data on tapes or discs.

2. Resolution- Digital video recording is all about pixels. Simply put, the more pixels there are, the more detailed your recordings will be. But make sure you check the "true resolution" because there are some companies that put other types of resolution values that have nothing to do with the quality of the videos.

3. Low Light performance- If you plan on using your video cam indoors, it's best if you look for a video camera with good low light performance. This is to ensure that your recordings will be good enough even in poorly lighted conditions like inside the house where most stuff happen.

4. Zoom- Take note that in camera lingo, there are two types of zoom - optical and digital. Make sure you focus on optical zoom because it retains clarity.

5. Image Stability- Aside from image quality, one of the most common problems with video recording are shaky pictures. Make sure you are very comfortable with the camera. While in the store, try holding the camera up and imagine operating it. Check if the weight distribution is fine and also check if you can easily reach for the controls while operating the device.

6. Interconnectivity- Simply, make sure you can connect your camera to devices you want to connect them to. USB ports and HDMI ports are pretty common and may be all you need in your video camera.

7. Sound quality- Sometimes, people forget that half of a video recording is the sound. Unfortunately, built-in microphones on most digital camcorders fail to filter out noise. Try to check if your camera has a port for an external microphone if ever you need to boost the sound reception.

8. Research- Use all available resources so you can have a better idea of what camera is best for you. You can also check personal reviews from people who actually own certain cameras. This way, you can get first hand information about the device, its capabilities and its faults.

For more great tips on digital video cameras please come and visit our website at http://www.palm-store.com/, you won't be disappointed.

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Learn the Benefits of Buying the Sony DCR RS68 Digital Video Camera

Choosing a handy-cam to buy for you is a tough job. There are so many models available in the market that it is easy to get confused and end up making the wrong choice. After all, every brand out there promises to provide quality at the best price. If that was the case, you could walk into a shop and buy the first camcorder that lay on the display. In this indecisive situation, you cannot do better than go for a reliable and proven brand. Sony is considered to be a world leader in appliances and their digital video cameras have earned the praise of users all over the globe. The Sony DCR RS68 handy-cam is one of the best cameras for a beginner. Here are some reasons why this camera proves to be a good buy.

Economy

The Sony DCR RS68 costs $329 if you purchase it online. Considering the usual pricing of digital video cameras, you might have to spend over $500 on a modern high-end camera. This makes this model an exceptionally inexpensive purchase. This is a great job on the part of Sony to bring the camera to the common man's reach.

Quality

Despite being moderately priced, the camera offers exceptional picture quality. The professional level Carl Zeiss Vario Tessar lens allows you to capture high-resolution visuals without any blurs or other noise. The picture quality available at this price means that you get more than you pay for.

Zoom

Perhaps the best thing about the Sony DCR RS68 is the zoom option. Providing up to 2000X digital zoom, the camera offers outstanding clarity and crispness even if you are shooting from a distance. You can easily take close up shots without having to stand close to the person.

Sound

The camera has Dolby Digital sound quality. Every sound in the video is captured clearly without any distortion. There is a built-in zoom microphone that captures every sound made in the shooting radius. The Sony DCR RS68 gives great sound to the memories you capture on video.

Memory Space

The RS68 has an 80GB built-in disk drive which gives you the luxury of storing up to 61 hours of recorded footage in the long play format. You can always transfer the files to your computer to free up space in the camera or get an additional memory stick to increase the space at your disposal.

Ease of Use

The Sony DCR RS68 is an entry-level camera which is designed for people not adept at handling digital cameras. The features are easy to use and the menus can be accessed through the touch screen. The user manual provides a detailed guide as to how to use the camera properly.

Reliability

Sony is a household name. When you buy a Sony product, you can be sure that it is reliable and durable. You can say that there is a feel good factor about purchasing from a renowned brand. This reliability isn't duplicated by any of the newer brands in the market. These are some great reasons to buy the Sony DCR RS68.

Stan Roderbel loves to write about the latest electronic gadgets, gismos and anything related to cutting edge technology. Stan ventures into the fields of cameras, video and cell phones to find out the newest product and bring that product to his readers. You will enjoy this article about the Sony DCR-SR68 Video Camera even more if you go to the Sony DCR-SR68 website. While there read the article about the Sony DCRSX85 Handy-Cam Video camera and it's many fine features.

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The Canon 5D MK2 Video Revolution

On 17/9/2008 Canon unveiled the Canon 5D MK2, this camera has swiftly proved to be very significant for filmmakers all across the globe - at last Canon released an HD full frame DSLR that was ideal for stunning video image recording.

This attribute was put in by Canon, mainly because journalists have been demanding it and also the convergence between stills photography and video within the same camera system was rapidly becoming practicable.

No-one was more surprised than Canon when film maker Vincent Laforet was let loose on the brand new digital camera. His first attempt Nocturne didn't disappoint, the fact is that it's no exaggeration to state that it set the field of film-making on fire.

The reason for this is the way the very large full frame sensor within the camera allows the operator to produce a truly spectacular depth of field that normal small sensor video cameras just cannot replicate.

The standard film cinema look is quiet difficult to outline but one of the major factors is the depth of field that the 35mm film aperture generates. The Sensor (or film gate) in the Canon 5D is a great deal larger than the gate present in a 35mm movie camera, the fact is that it's closer to shooting on 65mm.

Despite this amazing depth of field property and it's very swift adoption within the film making culture, the canon 5D MK2 camera has it's issues when filming video.

One of the major complications is line skipping or moire. The canon is required to get rid of information from the thousands of pixels that make up it's sensor so that it can create a 1920 X 1080 HD file. It does this by losing every 3rd line of information - line skipping. This could certainly prove catastrophic if you are recording a subject that has quite a few horizontal or vertical lines - as the picture steps across the dumped lines of information it can look horrendous. Normally I try to keep away from check shirts!

Another hassle is picture 'skew', this is recognisable when panning left to right quickly - vertical lines bend and twist noticeably - this is a issue on all CMOS video sensors but notably poor on the Canon simply because it's scan rate from the top to the bottom of the sensor is very slow and there is no internal compensation. A way around this is to simply stay away from any quick pans!

Another issue could be the 'form factor'. A DSLR is a very uneasy shape to film with, there is no professional eyepiece so just two points of contact - both hands. In a perfect world three points of contact are necessary to get a steady image whilst filming hand-held video. In the past two years a large number of proprietary camera support systems have been created by a broad array of suppliers but they all generally speaking do the same thing - provide an additional point of contact by means of a shoulder or chest support technique.

The rear LCD monitor can be very difficult to look at in vivid sunlight and there are many 3rd party solutions to deal with this, from inexpensive hoods to really expensive lensed eyepieces and additional displays working off the integral mini HDMI port. There are many issues with the HDMI feed, most significantly, it is really fragile but there's additionally a holdup when feeding the picture from the digital camera to a monitor after initiating record, this means waiting eight or nine seconds ahead of receiving a monitor picture. This can be nerve-racking in a documentary situation.

The camera records data in 8 bit quicktime H264 and while this creates lovely video it isn't really deemed to be a commercial recording format due to the H264 compression setting. That being said the camera has been used for several TV dramas, documentaries and features. It's aesthetic image apparently outranking it's technological restrictions.

Despite the afore mentioned complications, many filmmakers (including myself) put up with these troubles because Canon have produced a seriously great creative film-making dslr resource. When they can correct the grievances with the MK3 then they're going to have made a truly unbelievable camera at a sensational selling price.

The Author, Michael Barnes runs a video production cardiff company and the main website can be found here.

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The Sony CX150 Is A Great Handy Cam Video Camera

The Sony CX150 is a Sony Handy Cam video camera. It comes with the best HD technology that any ordinary or even the most technical person will more than appreciate. This is a camera that any traveller would love to have, as not only do they take marvellous stills and extremely clear videos, they are also quite compact and light.

These great handy Cam video cameras come full of features, which makes it extremely easy to shoot your 1920x1080 Full HD video2 and 3.0 mega pixel images. It also comes with an Exmor R CMOS sensor that gives it the ability to take great videos and still even in low-light conditions. It features a 25x optical zoom lens as well as 16GB embedded flash memory. This flash memory has the recording and storage capacity of six hours with respect to video footage, as well as up to four hours of standard definition footage.

In addition to the foregoing, it has a 1080/60p playback capacity via HDMI. What this offers you, is the ability to go over your memories either via your high-definition compatible television set or your computer monitor with remarkable clarity and brilliant colors. Getting to view all this in full HD is nothing less than awesome. This camera is also very sensitive to low-light conditions, and as such, it is able to capture and produce stunningly clear images even in very poor lighting condition.

Video transferring and storage is also extremely easy with the Sony CX150. This you will be able to do directly from the camcorder to an external hard disk drive without having to get to a computer. It comes with playback features that allow you to see the videos right from the camcorder as well as from a computer and/or a HDTV that is compatible.

The Sony CX150 also comprises of the features known as the Face Detection technology and the Smile Shutter. What this unique technology does, is to allow the photographer to prioritize the faces of the persons they are recording and photographing. It then focuses its attention on exposure and color to make sure that what is captured is at its optimum. The Smile Shutter technology focuses on capturing smiles as they happen, as well as taking still pictures even while videos are being shot.

Another amazing feature of the Sony CX150 is the Intelligent Auto mode. What this does is to analyze your shot and then it does an automatic selection of the setting that is most fitting. It does this via its nine distinctive modes, from which you can get sixty different location combinations. These scene modes are inclusive of Backlight Control, Portrait, Smile Shutter, Scenery, Macro, Tripod, Baby, Night Scenery and low light.

The zooming mechanism on this camcorder is also great. It has a 25X optical zoom which helps you to take wonderful shots even from afar. It has what is known as extreme digital zooming as it can zoom up to 300X with not much distortion.

Stan Roderbel loves to write about the latest electronic gadgets, gismos and anything related to cutting edge technology. Stan ventures into the fields of cameras, video and cell phones to find out the newest product and bring that product to his readers. I think you will enjoy this article about the Sony cx150 handy Cam Video camera. If you would more about his camera and even purchase one, then go to this website:
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Learn About the Benefits and Features of the Sony HDR-XR150 Video Camera

With the Sony HDR-XR150, you have the ability to capture excellent high definition videos (1920 x 1080), in addition to still images of 3 megapixels. Additionally, this high definition video camera features an internal hard drive of 120GB, as well as Exmor R CMOS Sensor that is used for low light performance. Use the Active Mode in addition to the SteadyShot Image Stabilization, and you will be able to record captivating smooth video even as you are moving.

Some of the primary features of the Sony HDR-XR150 are inclusive of:

HD Video Recording (1920 x 1080) - With the HD video recording, you will be able to capture all your favorite moments in life using the Sony Full HD Quality. This digital camcorder is compatible with HDTV4, and it is also able to playback with HDMI (1080/60p). As such, you will be able to enjoy crisper images while you are watching your playbacks.

Still Image Capture (3 Megapixels) - You will be able to take stunning high resolution digital pictures using the Still Image Capture (3 Megapixels).

Internal Hard Drive of 120GB - The 120GB internal hard drive of the Sony HDR-XR150 allows you to store and record approximately 30 hours of video when done in SD HQ mode (standard definition), and approximately 50 hours of video when done in HD LP mode (high-definition). Additionally, the feature known as HDD Smart Protection helps to keep your recorded images and videos safe, if the video camera is somehow dropped.

Back Illuminated Exmor-R-CMOS Sensor - With the reduction in grain and the improved clarity of the image, you will be able to experience excellent sensitivity in low light with the Back Illuminated Exmor-R-CMOS Sensor. This particular sensor was designed especially for compact camcorders and cameras, and it helps to deliver detailed, vivid and bright still images and video recordings.

Compatibility with HDTV4 and Playback with HDMI (1080/60p) - The Sony HDR-XR150 is compatible with HDTV4 and also features a playback using HDMI (1080/60p), which helps to provide detailed and clear playback of all your video recordings.

Quick AF (2x Faster) - One of the advanced features of the Sony HDR-XR150 is the improved AF (autofocus) system known as Quick AF, which has a focusing speed that is approximately two times faster than previous models of the Sony camcorder.

High Quality Carl Zeiss Vario-Tessar Lens - These lens have been designed for compact video cameras, and has features that help to control the contrast and sharpness of bigger lenses; in addition to SteadyShot Image Stabilization, which helps to reduce the amount of blur shown in images and videos.

Stan Roderbel loves to write about the latest electronic gadgets, gismos and anything related to cutting edge technology. Stan ventures into the fields of cameras, video and cell phones to find out the newest product and bring that product to his readers. You will enjoy this article about the Sony HDR-XR150 Video Camera even more if you go to the Sony HDR-XR150 website. While there read the article about the Sony HDR-XR500V Video Camera and it's many fine features.

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How To Shoot A Guaranteed Viral Video

These days we are all craving the fifteen minutes of fame Andy Warhol promised us back in the Sixties. At least he promised our parents that but now we want it. Reality Shows certainly help to fulfill this promise but it is the Internet that really holds the greatest possibility that everyday slobs like us can achieve our dreams of glory. A simple home video shot on equipment no more expensive than a cell phone can now be seen by millions of people worldwide. Our clips can even make it onto network television on shows like Tosh.0 or even used as TV commercials. Although it is ridiculously simple to produce a potential viral video there are some basic dos and don'ts. First the don'ts;

* Don't use alcohol. Although alcohol seems to be involved in a lot of the crazy stunt videos seen on Youtube and using it as a lube almost always results in hilarious antics from your crazy friends, it also introduces a wild card element into what should be a somewhat controlled situation. Out of control may be what you're hoping for but for your subject, not for your equipment. Unleashing the God of Mayhem may result in the funniest clip ever when your friend, drunk on both booze and the spotlight of the camera, does things no sober person would ever do, but if he turns on you and your expensive camera gear, you're in big trouble.

* Don't use drugs. This is actually for the opposite reason than not using alcohol as having your subject nodding off may open up opportunity for funny pranks on him but any hilarious things he may say while under the influence may be unintelligible and his lethargic demeanor just doesn't generate the kind of comedic energy to make for a really great viral video. There is also the danger with combustibles that the camera crew can suffer a contact high and blow the entire shooting schedule and budget on pizza rolls.

* Don't involve children. Although kids in videos can be adorable and make for very popular clips, it is a fine line between adorable and exploitive and abusive.

* Don't shoot clips that will embarrass your mother. Showing the world your mother tripping down stairs and revealing her lack of underwear my seem like the funniest thing you've ever seen, when you're fourteen. You will grow to regret this and the kind of fame you will receive for both yourself and your family will not be the kind you so crave. Besides, your father is always fair game.

The things you should do to create a guaranteed million viewed viral video are;

* Promise sex. Don't actually show anything that will guarantee your clip will never be shown on America's Funniest Viral Video Show but make the viewer think the clip is building to something sexy enough to keep them viewing to the ultimately disappointing end. The huge let down can be hilarious in itself and once your clip has been seen it has achieved its goal. If done right it may even be passed on as a cruel joke to other perverts as misery loves company and no one likes to think they were the only one fooled.

* Use some imagination. Take a mundane, everyday occurrence that may seem appropriate to have videotaped and imagine the most amazing, unexpected freak ending you can. The setup needs to be something that looks natural, not staged, such as a birthday party, then spring the big surprise. With video effects, costumes and some simple in-camera tricks, any number of improbable scenarios can be acted out to look completely natural and spontaneous. Otherwise you just have to film everything, all the time and pray that lightening strikes. Good luck with that.

* Film cats. Cat lovers are fanatics. There is a parasite that cats carry that gets spread in their stool. If a mouse comes into contact with it and becomes infected the parasite affects the mouse in a very strange way. The mouse will lose its natural fear of cats. This essentially cripples the mouse as it will not even attempt to escape from the cat which will then eat the mouse thus returning the parasite to its own system where the parasite needs to be to complete its life cycle. Isn't nature wonderful? What happens if humans get infected with this parasite? Perhaps living in an apartment with twenty cats is the human response to the parasite. At any rate, cat lovers are the easiest audience in the world, just show them cats. You can start an only cats all the time Youtube channel and make a million overnight. Why hasn't anyone done this, if someone hasn't already done this? It will only make your cat famous and only a real cat lover would want that.

Follow this helpful, insightful advice and you will be guaranteed to produce a million viewed Internet viral video.

Neal Warner is an artist, writer, filmmaker, member of the multimedia band The Tooners and founder of Director's Clip, The Internet and Music Video Sponsorship Site (http://www.directorsclip.com/)

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11 Ways to Create a Great Corporate Video

1 - Do you really want a 'Corporate' Video? Who wants to watch a corporate video? 'Corporate' sounds dry and boring to me. What you want to tell is a compelling story. Long or short, simple or complicated, telling great stories is how you make something mundane into something watchable and entertaining. In the end what people remember is a good story and something that's not a cookie cutter production. How do you get that production? You work with a production team that takes the time to get to know you and your culture, and then tells some compelling stories about your organization.

2 - Survey the landscape. What kind of videos are your competitors making? How are they telling their stories? Get a grasp of what (if anything) your competitors are doing, and make a list with outlining their messaging points.

3 - Bigger than life. How do you make a your story shine? Make it bigger than life. Make it filmic with great music and graphics, good 'casting' of people in your organization and a then tell a great story. You may not need all those elements, but you need to think big, bigger than life - bigger than average, because average doesn't cut it. With so much good video out there, you have to stand above the pack. So just how do you do that? Keep reading.

4 - What do you like? What are the videos you do like? How long are they? What resonates? The music, the images, the voices or the editing? Save links.

5 - What don't you like? Sometimes I think this is more important than what you do like because it helps you understand the things that don't work for you and your organization. Get a good understanding of why you don't like what you see. Remember many elements of taste are subjective. Bad is as important as good to a filmmaker because that's how we can better understand your tastes.

6 - Borrow from the Best. An old advertising saying says 'steal from the best.' Everything is derivative or borrows from something else we have seen, heard or read. There are no original ideas so don't be shy about taking a great idea and adapting for your purposes. That doesn't mean copying an idea line for line, but it does mean a good concept in an existing video might work for you too.

7 - What can you really afford? I can't tell you how many times people have come to me asking for the moon with a tiny budget. Sure there are cool tricks and short cuts but you can only cut so many corners before you start shooting yourself in the foot. Be realistic. If you start chipping away at the budget around the edges you may prune the concept right out of the video. And remember, the low cost provider may not give you the best final product. Using an inexperienced young kid a year out of film school may seem like a brilliant 'can't lose idea' until you have invested days of your time and you realize she doesn't really know how to talk to people in a large organization, you have bad sound recordings and she has pissed off three tiers of management making them wait until she's ready.

8. Prepare for Take-off. Understand the process. If you haven't made a video before, make sure you know how it works - all the steps from Pre-Production through Post Production and DVD duplication or web delivery and best practices web site design for video, plus how to best facilitate the entire process. Assign a capable, knowledgeable and will-liked project manager from your company, because your going to need a lot of good will to get a project like this done.

9. Business Unusual. Making a video is not normal business for an organization - and a production is likely to slow things down. Employees like to watch and things take longer to film than they do in real life. Real fuses (in the electrical boards) blow, and people arrive late and often get nervous on camera. These are all parts of a normal production day. Relax, make it into a fun day of work and expect the unexpected.

10. Short is Better. Please, REMEMBER THIS. You can't tell it all. You can't tell it all. You can't tell it all. Once you conclude that there's no way to tell it all you can hone in on what story (or stories) you should tell. Your video is normally an introduction, a story, an overview, a profile, a case study or an explanation of a few complicated ideas.

11. Enjoy the Ride. Once you realize how easy video is to make, you can see new opportunities it provides. From new product introductions, to HR training, to company/organization overviews, to internal communications with your employees to external communications with customers. There are many ways to speak to your audiences, and maybe some don't need video, but as our constituencies become increasingly video savvy, why not make life easier for them by giving them user friendly communications tools.

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What Is the Best Video Editing Software

It's already common for video editors to ask if what is the best video editing software. I've been asking the same question also before but I already stopped doing so when I already found the best one for me.

If you ask professional video editors if what is the best video editing software, chances are they have different answers. This is because each one has his or her own preferences. This means that this question has no definite answer. It really depends upon your opinion.

Rather than telling you directly if what is the best video editing software, let me just help you choose the one that works for you by giving you the following different situations.

1. Are you a professional video editor?

If you are a professional video editor then I really recommend having a professional software as well. When we say professional software, it must have the capability of doing the task that a professional video editing can accomplish. To mention a few, it must be able to import different kinds of video formats (specially the latest ones). It must also have the effects that you wanted to achieve. There are really many features of a professional video editing software and I'm sure you know them. If you think a software can have almost everything that you need, then that might be the right one for you.

2. Are you a home video editor?

If you are still a home video editor, then you don't have to acquire a luxurious software for now. This is because you might not need yet those features that an expensive one has anyway. You can just choose a simpler program that you can use so long as it has the basic features that you need.

3. Are you an online video editor?

There might be situations where in you just wanted to edit your videos online. If this is the case, you don't have to grab a program really. You can just go to any online editing sites out there and edit your videos through their tools.

In knowing what is the best video editing software, you check your self if where are you in the situations I mentioned above. My advice is that, you really don't have to spend so much time in knowing what is the best video editing software. Just check out on anything and learn how to use it. Once you mastered one, then that's already the best for you. At the end of the day, viewers don't really care if what software you used to edit your video. They just care about the video you made.

Chamberlane Altatis

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Video Production Tips: Getting Started As a Producer

Video, video, is everywhere, but do you know how to produce it like a pro? Should you know? Should you even care?

In this new media world, there are plenty of so-called experts that do a great job explaining why video is so great, and why you should produce video content for your website or blog. It's no secret that online video can help you build relationships with potential customers. It can help you become branded as an expert, or help you dominate your SEO, and the list goes on.

There is no doubt that video is among the most effective mediums for educating, persuading, and informing... and it's in everyone's hands. Literally. The power of video, which was once reserved for video production companies and broadcast news operations is not only more affordable than ever, but thanks to mobile devices especially the iPhone, you can get amazing quality for next to nothing.

Let's throw the Internet into the mix. Social video sites like YouTube, Vimeo, and of course Facebook make it easier than ever to share video with our friends, family, or business associates. If people start sharing your content, you've hit digital gold!

So, why aren't you producing quality videos regularly? Have you tried to do it by yourself? How were the results? Was the video a bit, no very shaky, poorly framed, or was the audio poor? After you reviewed it, did you say to yourself, "This sucks!?"

There are three steps that you should always take during the video production process. These simple steps probably apply to other creative ventures as well, and once you understand and master each step, you will be unstoppable. You may even be able to start your own video production business.

Your goal should always be to produce a video that is as professional as possible with the tools that are available. That doesn't mean you need to buy the most expensive HD camera either. Video quality isn't determined by the quantity that you spend, but the techniques you use. People know a good video when they see it, and a poorly produced video could actually be bad for your brand (unless you happen to capture something so amazing that it doesn't matter).

Here are three elements that every video that you produce should have: 1) Great visuals 2) great audio, and 3) a clear message, or story. It's as simple as that, but those aren't the steps that were referred to earlier.

If you're a pro, a lot of the information here will be fundamental, but if you're not, and have tried to produce a video on your own, or if you're thinking about it, this is invaluable information. The tips being shared were learned through years of producing stories and video projects for the news, networks, corporate clients, and online channels.

So, back to the three production steps that will help guarantee that your end product is something that you'll be proud of. This is the same process that every professional video producer follows. Are you ready?

1) Pre-production (planning): This is the most important step. During pre-production, you should write out everything related to your video. The goals, message, location, props, talent, camera equipment, script, and how you will get it edited. It should all be spelled out.

2) Production (the shoot): If you completed step 1, step 2 should be a breeze, and your shoot should go off without a hitch. Of course Murphy's Law rules video production, so be ready for some unexpected challenges.

3) Post-production (the edit): Once you have everything shot or captured, it's time to make some video magic. You should follow your script or outline, add some music, and graphics, and by the time your done editing, you should have something to be proud of. If not, just create another video. Each time you do it, you'll learn something that will help you become a better producer.

The success of your video depends on your ability to plan, execute, and create. It isn't hard to learn or master, and once you learn the basic steps, there are numerous short cuts and tricks that will speed up the process. But you should learn how to walk before you run.

Amani Channel, MA
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video production tutorial site Web Video Chefs.
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Good Audio Is Essential for a Successful Video

Think about the last good movie you saw. I mean the really good one. Chances are that movie had a great soundtrack; that's how those things works. A great soundtrack makes a good movie that much better. The same goes for your video. Your sound makes all the difference. That soundtrack is like a marketing campaign for the movie or video; it makes the viewer remember it.

The success of any video is dependent upon its sound quality. You may have never realized this before, but take a moment to think about it. The ultimate goal of any video marketing campaign is to promote its subject so well that it increases sales, recognition, and eventually brand value. A lot of effort goes into the directing and presentation; and this includes the sound.

This is especially true of videos used for online advertising. Those videos are usually short and must grab the viewer's attention immediately; before they click away to the next screen. Dialogue can help grab a viewer's attention, assuming that the language is right for the viewer, but music can often do the job all on its own, especially if it is done right.

Good audio plays a very important role in whether a video marketing campaign is successful or not. Thus, any little imperfection in the sound can ruin the whole thing. Corporate or training videos use both audio and visual strategies. They should match perfectly; they should be well synchronized with no hiccups. A great jingle can make all the difference.

It is essential to team with a professional production company to create videos of superior quality. Professional videos can have a profound impact on your audience. The sound or audio aspect of a video really should be handled by experienced professionals with the right skill set.

Many people do go ahead and create their own videos and publish them on various websites. Then they suffer the consequences which include bad reviews, negative publicity and even ridicule. Viewers are not patient or even tolerant; they do not want to waste their time watching poor quality videos and they will let everyone know. Save yourself the pain and hire a respected production company. It will be well worth your money.

Video marketing is actually an art which requires training and experience. We business people know where we want our video marketing campaign to take us. We just do not know how to go about getting there. A professional video producer will know how to incorporate good quality audio into a successful video marketing campaign.

Good sound gives life to a video. It allows the message to be more vividly expressed and stay in the mind of the viewer. It is very cost effective and has successfully replaced more traditional methods of promoting many products. However, any video marketing campaign should be done properly with skilled professionals from a reputable production company or it may backfire and come back to haunt you.

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What is the best entry-level DSLR for video? -3 Surefire to search for things

Buy all that is a little expensive can be a challenge, that is why it is difficult to shop for the best entry-level DSLR for video. You will be warm dishes served on more than $500 and you know that you will need some quality accessories to go with it to make it a real video camera. With so many advertisements DSLR, it may seem as there are a few obvious choices, but they may not have the best choice for someone comes from. The best entry-level DSLR for video should contain three key components:

Resolution

1,920 x 1,080 pixels is a must if you want to shoot full HD. It is virtually impossible to find a camera under $ 1000 that shoot in full HD (1080p), but there is at least one, the Canon Rebel T2i. This little guy is a designed for photos semi-pro DSLR high resolution, and especially video. He recorded on format H.264 for easy capture and the absence of loss of quality. Full HD on this digital SLR camera $ 700 are capable of creating award-winning films.

Frame rate options

Go and buy a $2,000 DSLR camera because it seems that everyone has one or because all magazines ads are showing one, consider seriously looking at a less expensive and offer version the framework even rate options. For those who don't know what frame rate is, it refers to officials how many are caught per second to produce of the moving image. When you watch TV, you probably watch video shot at 30 frames per second, which means that 30 images always appear one after the other in a second, creating images in movement or "video". If you watch a movie in a movie theatre, then you are probably looking film shot at 24 frames per second to give a more cinematic look. You want a digital SLR that can give you these options with the ability to take superb images slowed with 60 images per second. The Canon Rebel T2i stems of videos HD 1080p at 24 or 30 frames per second and video HD 720 p at 60 frames per second. With the appropriate lenses, you could create any look you want.

Low light capabilities

Who need to carry around a fire of the camera is virtually obsolete necessity. Canon has deliberately designed the rebel T2i in low light conditions, and boy did they succeeded! This camera has the ability to have its ISO set to 6 400, but it's more that you will ever need, even in low light, especially with the right lens, such as the Canon 50 mm f 1.2 EFS.

Basically, the Canon Rebel T2i is almost identical to its larger, more closely as the Canon EOS 7 d or 5 d Mark II. To learn more about this digital SLR camera and find the best entry-level DSLR for video, see CanonDSLRVideo.com.

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