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In Review: GenArts Sapphire Edge
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By Ned Soltz Aug 23, 2011
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A good script or compelling documentary subject is the beginning. Of course, having well composed, exposed and creatively shot visuals helps. And don’t forget audio. Bad audio is a surefire way to lose your viewers.
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In Review: Nuwaste Studios Pocket Light Meter
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By Jay Holben Aug 23, 2011
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I’ve written about some fantastic iPhone iPod iPad applications for video professionals in the past, and my list just keeps growing. I was dubious when I first heard about Nuwaste Studios’ Pocket Light Meter—it
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In Review: Red Giant Software Magic Bullet Suite 11
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By Ned Soltz Aug 23, 2011
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Red Giant Software is taking both a bundled and unbundled approach to its latest update of the Magic Bullet line of plug-ins. The Magic Bullet Suite consists of nine applications that can be bought separately or
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In Review: Litepanels MicroPro Hybrid
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By Jay Holben Jul 28, 2011
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Maximum Micro
This portable, battery-powered fixture does double-duty as an on-camera flash.
LED fixtures have become ubiquitous in today's digital shooting world, and leading the pack in the manufacture of these
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In Review: Vinten Vision Blue Tripod
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By Chuck Gloman Jul 22, 2011
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Blue ValentineThis system offers “perfect balance” and an all-important illuminated bubble level.Tripods really have not evolved that much over the last ten years—they still have three legs, stabilize a camera,
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In Review: Ikan VL7 HDMI LCD Monitor
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By Carl Mrozek Jul 18, 2011
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The VL7 monitor makes a cost-effective and convenient HD viewfinder for use with DSLRs or HDMI-equipped camcorders. Nothing beats a compact high-resolution field monitor for improving focus, color balance and framing.
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In Review: Apple Final Cut Pro X
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Jul 13, 2011
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By Oliver PetersApple Final Cut Pro had been rocking along for twelve years, gaining professional market share and becoming a versatile platform for many editors, facilities and developers. But in recent years it became clear that
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In Review: Final Cut Pro X: A First Look and First Impressions
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By Ned Soltz Jun 27, 2011
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Remember Apple's grammatically incorrect slogan a few years ago, Think Different? Well, Final Cut Pro X definitely requires us to think differently.Available only in the App Store for $299, Final Cut Pro X represents a major shift
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Small RAID Roundup
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Jun 20, 2011
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By Ned Soltz
Mac users prepare to usher in a new generation of connectivity via Thunderbolt or dabble in USB 3.0 via third-party cards. PC vendors add USB 3.0 ports. Still, the majority of users are currently
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In Review: HP EliteBook 8740w
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Jun 16, 2011
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by Oliver PetersWhen you edit on the road, it’s often a challenge finding the right machine to be your reliable road warrior. This is when it becomes time to bump your laptop up a notch into the mobile workstation
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In Review: Grass Valley EDIUS 6
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Jun 07, 2011
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Grass Valley's updated NLE adds an agnostic edge.By Oliver PetersEditing software manufacturers continue to expand features by adding native support for a variety of new camera codecs. EDIUS 6, the newest version of Grass Valley’s
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In Review: Filmmaker in a Box
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Jun 02, 2011
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This extensive production tutorial is an eye-opening
look at making an indie feature.By Laurie K.
SchendenFilmmaker in a Box is a resource for filmmakers with
some production experience but very little money.
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In Review: AJA Ki Pro Mini
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May 25, 2011
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AJA's latest acquisition solution is a winner.By Ned SoltzAJA is now shipping the Ki Pro Mini, a major step forward in the company’s line of direct-from-camera acquisition products. First came the I O HD, a product
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In Review: Primera Bravo 4102 Disc Publisher
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May 19, 2011
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Duplication duties just got easier (and faster).By Josh GarrellI recently test drove the Bravo 4102 Disc Publisher, which is capable of easy CD and DVD duplication complete with eye-catching, full-color, 4800dpi
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In Review: Adobe Creative Suite 5.5 Production Premium
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May 13, 2011
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Adobe’s post solution again raises the bar.By Oliver PetersAdobe’s development efforts have been running full bore with several Creative Suite updates in close succession during recent years. 2011 is no exception,
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