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Hello digital video cognoscenti!

We at DVcreators.net have been toiling away secretly in our labs for over a year, and many have wondered what we’ve been working on, where all that smoke is coming from, and why so many neighborhood pets are missing.

Today we are very excited to offer you the first in a series …

 

Cinevate adds “Ballare” Dolly to lineup


cCinevate’s Dolly “Ballare” (Patent Pending) uses a unique wheel system that not only follows curves and non-parallel track, but also tackles uneven (bumpy) track without derailing. Designed to carry in excess of 500lbs, it features dual stance adjustment for use both with a jib (wide), or as a doorway dolly (narrow). There are no …


Monitoring your work in Final Cut Pro


When you’re EDITING, you can make good decisions just watching the Canvas Window on your laptop.

But for color grading, it’s critically important to watch your show on a monitor that’s displaying an accurate image. Monitoring is important because all your color grading work is going to be off if the monitor you’re watching while you work is not telling the …


HD Monitoring ideas


You’re shooting with your new HDV or HD camcorder, and the footage looks amazing! But are you really seeing the full picture?

Not unless you’re looking at a high definition monitor. But professional HD monitors are still expensive.

So, here’s an idea:

You can buy a LCD TV/computer monitor (the lines are being blurred more every day) that can be used for …


Do I need a studio monitor?


If your projects are going to be delivered on DVD or broadcast, it’s important to have an accurate studio monitor on your desk so you can see your project as your viewers will see it while you’re editing.

Why?

First, many editing programs show you a low quality "proxy" of your timeline, so you can’t judge color …


Poser 7: Reviewed


This is a great program for creating quick and detailed animations of characters right out of the box.  Excellent for character stills and animation, medical illustrations, architectural, and storyboards.

In my case, having only dabbled a bit in the Poser of the past, but now, after seeing and using Poser 7, I am now convinced that this is the …


Top Secret: First shoot!


We just finished a shoot with noted cinematographer and camera operator, Charles Papert, for an as-yet-secret project, with the Canon XL H1.

Here’s a couple stills:

Here’s the gang after the shoot:


ProMax Tracking Dolly System 15′


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Includes 15 feet of track that breaks down into 5 foot sections for travel or storage. Self centering, self aligning wheels and track. 12 bearings for super smooth camera motion just like in feature films. Quick-lock tripod foot mounting. Manfact. # …


DV Enlightenment


The DV Enlightenment DVD is a brilliant and highly enlightening course in Hollywood lighting for DV from DVcreators.net for anyone wanting to shoot stunningly beautiful, cinematic quality footage—for filmmaking, marketing projects, broadcast, special interest video, education or any other purpose.

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KATA Camera Bag MC61


 

KATA Camera Bag MC61GDC MULTI CASE for small compact DV camcorders with laptop and many accessories CAMCORDER CASE for medium compact DV camcorders

It combines all you’ll need in one case: It offers the possibility of carrying camcorders such as Sony PD-170,

Length Width
20″ 51cm 12.2″ 31cm
Height Weight
12.6″ 32cm 5.5lbs 2.54kg

Internal Dimensions  

Length Width
19.3″ 49cm 10.6″ 27cm
Height Weight
8.3″ 21cm 5.5lbs 2.54kg
 

 
 


 

 


   


   
   
   


 


   


   
   
   

 

 


   


   
   
   


 


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New Canon ZR Series Entry Level Camcorders Combine Ease-of-Use, Style and A 35x Optical Zoom


Canon recognizes that whether they are shooting a 50th anniversary party, baby’s first steps, or a trip around the world, camcorder users are looking to capture the movement and visual images, resulting in memories that are inherent in every important life stage. To help anyone become an instant expert, Canon has introduced three new models …