PluralEyes (the magic audio-sync software) ver. 1.2.6 beta includes a number of new updates and will install alongside version 1.1. The new version 1.2.6 beta includes the following updates and improvements:
Automatically creates merged master clips in the browser, a great starting point for the creative editing process.
Choose the project and sequence to sync from a dropdown list; the magic sequence name pluraleyes is no longer required.
Option for a single output sequence, to better organize long series of clips.
Replace audio option—great for DSLR video with external audio.
Support for locked tracks, to keep specific clips in place through the sync.
Message-specific help system that provides in-depth information on each status message as they occur.
Improved multiclip handling for subclips and in/out points.
If you’ve got any interest in using a DSLR as a serious video camera, chances are that you’ve heard of the Zacuto Z-Finder. As I have been learning the ropes of shooting video on the 5D Mark II, I’ve found the Z-Finder to be an indispensable piece of equipment for mobile operation of the camera. [click to continue…]
In the above video, Vincent Laforet gives a three and a half minute overview of Cine Gear 2010. You’ll see a cool camera setup from Canon with a 360-degree view, some of Litepanels latest gear, Broncolor’s Kobold lighting solutions, RED’s EPIC 5k raw camera, and ARRI’s awesome new Alexa.
Want to know how well the iPhone 4 can handle shooting, editing and publishing video? Check out the video below that shows off a short film by Michael Koerbel completely shot and edited with the iPhone 4. [click to continue…]
Maybe you saw the earlier review of the Barber Tech SteddiePod. I really liked this device. I think its a versatile tool for professionals; however, the $400 price tag may be out of reach for a lot of enthusiasts to seriously consider. That got me thinking about whether I could DIY something comparable for, oh, say, thirty bucks. [click to continue…]
The SteddiePod is a unique video camera stabilization device. It serves the function of multiple camera accessories – and does most of them quite well. [click to continue…]
Here’s the second video in the DSLR video workflow series from Jason Levine of Adobe. This one covers how to time-remap footage within the timeline, key framing time changes and more.
One of the challenges with editing DSLR video footage has been working with different frame rates. In the above video, Jason Levine of Adobe shows just how easy it is to mix footage with a variety of frame rates in the new Premiere Pro CS5.
The Samsung HMX-U20 and HMX-U15 are two new ultra-compact camcorders introduced at PMA 2010.
The Samsung HMX-U20 features 1080p video capture, a 3x optical zoom, a 2-inch LCD and a built-in USB connection. The HMX-U20 can also capture 10MP still images. The Samsung HMX-U20 should be available in Spring 2010 at an initial retail price of $249.99. Check availability on Amazon.com.
The Samsung HMX-U15 also features 1080p video capture, no zoom, a 2-inch LCD and a built-in USB connection. The HMX-U15 capture 14MP still images. The Samsung HMX-15 should be available in Spring 2010 at an initial retail price of $229.99. Check availability on Amazon.com. [click to continue…]
