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ProDate DV, Automatic Duck
ProDate DV by Automatic Duck allows Final Cut Pro users to use a filter to access the date and time information recorded as metadata of a DV file.
Video Material
Run-through of the Ki Pro by Jon Thorn
08/03/2010
in Features
Rick Young
Jon has been heavily involved with the Ki Pro - it has been described as his "baby". His enthusiasm for the product shines through as he explains in detail that this product functions as a 10-bit ProRes recorder, enables one to up-convert, down-convert or cross convert the video signal, and can be used as a recorder/playback device for high quality mastering level performance.
FCPUG San Francisco SuperMeet: AJA show off the Ki Pro
08/03/2010
in Features
Rick Young
Recorded live at the FCPUG SuperMeet, San Francisco, February 5th, 2010. AJA Product Manager, Jon Thorn, shows off the Ki Pro. The Ki Pro by AJA is a portable hard disc recorder which records direct to ProRes standard or high quality. This enables one to bypass the compression of the affordable cameras and achieve superior results to those which can be achieved with highly compressed codecs.
MacVideo Live: The Future of Digital Video (Part 2)
28/02/2010
in Features
Rick Young
Part 2 of the live seminar recorded at BVE London, February 16, 2010. Topics covered: the ability to adapt and meet changing requirements; making the right investments; the importance of efficient workflows. Featuring Matt Davis, Producer and Director, MDMA; Christina Fox, Camera Operator, Trainer/Consultant, Urban Fox; David Fox, Journalist/Technology Writer; Larry Jordan - Producer, Director, Trainer. The panel is chaired by Rick Young of MacVideo.tv
MacVideo Live: The Future of Digital Video (Part 1)
22/02/2010
in Features
Rick Young
Part 1 of a live seminar recorded at BVE London, February 16, 2010. Topics covered: the ability to adapt and meet changing requirements; making the right investments; the importance of efficient workflows. Featuring Matt Davis, Producer and Director, MDMA; Christina Fox, Camera Operator, Trainer/Consultant, Urban Fox; David Fox, Journalist/Technology Writer; Larry Jordan - Producer, Director, Trainer. The panel is chaired by Rick Young of MacVideo.tv
Stu Maschwitz: DV Rebel (part 2)
22/02/2010
in Features
Rick Young
Why shoot 24P? Stu Maschwitz tells us why. In this, Part 2 of the MacVideo interview with Stu Maschwitz, he tells why shooting and replay at 24 frames per second is so important to the filmmaker. Stu Maschwitz is a highly regarded director, writer and visual effects artist based in San Francisco. He has worked as a senior visual effects supervisor on many films. He previously worked at Industrial Light and Magic and also co-founded a company known as The Orphanage.
Taz Goldstein: Hand Held Hollywood
15/02/2010
in Features
Rick Young
The idea behind Hand Held Hollywood is to explore how Apple's ubiquitous iPhone (and iPod Touch) can be used in nearly every aspect of film and video production. Hand Held Hollywood provides a destination for those wishing to discus and discover the latest techniques and technology; a place where every gadget obsessed writer, producer, director, cinematographer, composer, editor, actor, and otherwise can call home. The founder of Hand Held Hollywood is Taz Goldstein,
Canon Introduce MPEG-2 Full HD (4:2:2) file-based recording codec
08/02/2010
in Features
Rick Young
Canon reveals details of their new MPEG-2 Full HD (4:2:2) file-based recording codec and also a new plug-in designed to enable users to work with the Log and Transfer facility in Final Cut Pro to import media from DSLR cameras. This presentation was recorded at the 9th annual SuperMeet in San Francisco, 5th February, 2010.
Canon reveal prototype 4:2:2 camera; 50mbps; recording to MPEG-2
08/02/2010
in Features
Rick Young
Canon has announced it has adopted an MPEG-2 Full HD (4:2:2) file-based recording codec for a new file-based professional video camera currently under development. The new Canon MPEG-2 codec will enable high-quality imaging in a 4:2:2 colour space, making this camera suitable for many broadcast applications.
This is NXCAM: Barcelona 2010
31/01/2010
in Features
Rick Young
Testing out the NX5 on the streets of Barcelona - the hybrid AVCHD camera which records to affordable media. Nothing like a real world shoot to see images and get a feel for what this camera is capable of. Sony's first professional AVCHD camcorder, will record 1920 x 1080 images at 24Mbps (50i or 25p), as well as supporting 720/50p and Standard Definition recording. Operational flexibility is further enhanced by support for dual media.
Ajay Parekh, Live Events/Video Producer
31/01/2010
in Features
Rick Young
Ajay Parekh has had 2 decades of experience in the live events, conference and video industry. Trained as a stage managerhe quickly developed his people and project management skills into the film and television industry. During his four years at the BBC he worked on many projects, with one of his highlights being a film called 'Truly, Madly, Deeply' Written and Directed by the late Anthony Minguella.
A look back at memorable SF SuperMeet Movies and more
31/01/2010
in Features
Rick Young
With the 2010 San Francisco SuperMeet about to happen, February 5, at the UCSF Mission Bay Conference Center in San Francisco, we take a look at some memorable moment from previous SuperMeets, spectacular demos, and inspiring moments.
CoolCamera by Boom Audio & Video
24/01/2010
in Features
Rick Young
Boom Audio & Video is a French company which was founded in 1996. Initially manufacturing boom support equipment for sound recordists the company has since evolved to offer camera cranes and underwater fibre optic filming equipment. The CoolCamera by Boom Audio and Video is available in several different configurations beginning with a fully mechanical crane that can be operated from body harness or off of a tripod; to more sophisticated models which offer remote powered head enabling precise camera control.
The future of Radio Mics. - Alain Richer, Sennheiser
18/01/2010
in Features
Rick Young
Much of the entertainment industry relies on radio mics: television, theatre, concerts, hotels, events - at every corner of the production scene there is a need for wireless mics which are high quality and effective. The current range of radio mics rely on analogue frequencies. As these frequencies are reallocated or switched off this presents a problem to the entertainment industry with fears current equipment will not work for too much longer.
Testing the Editors Keys SL150 Vocal Mic
18/01/2010
in Features
Rick Young
Connected via a USB cable the Editors Keys condenser microphone SL150 is ready for action - in combination with the Editors Keys vocal booth this provides the means to produce affordable high quality audio. The SL150 features dual 22mm internal shock mounted diaphragms and is designed for recording singing vocals, speech, rapping, podcasts and musical instruments. Compatible with Final Cut, Premiere, Avid and After Effects and more.
The whole DSLR thing
11/01/2010
in Blogs
Rick Young
Sony PMW-EX1R Investigation
11/01/2010
in Features
Rick Young
Here we road test the PMW-EX1R. This is the successor to the PMW-EX1, Sony's first professional memory-based camcorder, launched in 2007. The PMW-EX1R adds a number of new features that Sony says were requested by users, including DVCAM recording, an HDMI output, a higher-resolution viewfinder, and one-push Auto Iris, cache recording and easy access to S & Q motion. The EX1R supports multiple frame rate recording such as 59.94i, 50i, and native 23.98P and 25P as well as being 1080i/720P switchable.
Matt Davis on the PMW-EX1R
11/01/2010
in Features
Rick Young
When Sony released the PMW-EX1 over 2 years ago now, Matt Davis purchased one of the cameras as an upgrade to his Z1. The jump in quality was significant, the tapeless workflow provided the means for ultra-fast turnaround, and since then Matt has moved more and more away from the world of tape and to a file-based workflow. Now Matt has purchased a PMW-EX1R. In this interview he gives impressions the latest model, what has changed, what matters, and tells just why he is now considering a second EX1R.
Best of MacVideo Interviews 2009 (parts 3 & 4)
02/01/2010
in Features
Rick Young
Featuring: Claudio von Planta - War Cameraman/Journalist; Jonathan Walls- Co-Director/Editor; Lenny Lipton - Independent Filmmaker; Michael Wohl - original Final Cut Pro Development Team; Vaughan Smith - War Cameraman/Journalist; Walter Murch - Feature Film Editor; Tom Ohanian - Founding team Avid Technology; Jerry Hofmann - Digital Video Pioneer; Ramy Katrib - CEO and Founder, DigitalFilm Tree; The Ken Stone Sessions (part 1).
Best of MacVideo Movies 2009 (parts 3 & 4)
02/01/2010
in Features
Rick Young
Featuring: Making Music Videos - Greg Hawkes; Independent Filmmaker - Claudio von Planta; The Frontline Club - Vaughan Smith; Playing for Change - Jonathan Walls; What You Need to Know About FCP7 - Michael Wohl; World-class Cinematographer - Dedo Weigert; Filming Underwater - Luca Coltri; Effects Production in Final Cut Pro - Rick Young; Steenbeck Flatbed Editing - Alive and Kicking in 2009; JVC GY HM100 and GY HM-700 - Rick Young and Semir Nouri.
Best of MacVideo Movies 2009 (parts 1 and 2)
29/12/2009
in Features
Rick Young
Featuring: Travellin' Light; investigating the Canon EOS 5D Mark II; Sony PMW-EX3 out of the box; Panasonic HPX-171; interchangeable lenses on the Sony HVR-Z7; Extreme telephoto with the Canon XLH1S; testing the JVC HM-100; P&S Technik SI2K; Panasonic P2 investigation.
