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Video Production Explained By James Hunter, Sat Dec 10th Video is a powerful marketing medium with the ability tocommunicate concise, precise and controlled information with apositive effect. A well-constructed video fires the imagination,increases the energy level and ensure that all feel part of yourevent. It will engage the emotions, focus the attention andenable each individual to visualise his/her role as part of theteam.
Videos strength lies in its simple ability to transport peopleto locations, illustrate concepts and convey far more than merewords, spoken or printed, ever can. Video is an effective andmemorable way of communicating. Core messages and themes arereinforced using other forms of communication. Video footage hasa long shelf life when used imaginatively in multimedia CD-ROMs,Websites, DVD and CD-Brochure formats.
Video has been revolutionised by the onset of digital shootingand editing. Shooting in broadcast quality used to involvecumbersome and expensive camera equipment, combined withanalogue editing which required the copying of sections andconsequent loss of quality with each successive generation. Theprocess was time consuming, complicated and linear. Moderndigital are capable of shooting in broadcast quality.Editing is now carried out in a non-linear way on desktopcomputers; changes may be made at will, stored and reviewed atany time and in any order. The advantages are similar to thosegained by using a computer word processor over that of amechanical typewriter and carbon copy paper for duplicates. Notonly is digital editing highly flexible, but the medium enablesan ever-expanding range of graphical effects to be applied –without loss of quality or corruption of the original footage.In consequence, the costs associated with making and producing avideo have dropped dramatically. What was once the preserve ofthe large, rich and expansive corporation is now available andaffordable to a much wider market – with the consequentadvantages that this provides to internal company communicationsand team building along with external advantages in the sellingof products or services to your market place.
The stages required to produce a video vary depending on thestyle and content; generally:
PRE-PRODUCTION involves briefing, research, location finding,administration, booking of facilities and writing a treatmentoutline (video content, description and approach to be adopted).After approval a shooting script including both narration andcamera shots will be written. SHOOTING follows the approved script and involves a camera crewand a director going to location/s to interview participants andshoot footage to illustrate, illuminate and reinforce thescript. If required studio shoots are undertaken wherecontrolled lighting and effects are employed - a productdemonstration, for example is typically shot in this way. POST-PRODUCTION includes recording of guide narration (using anedited script, which may change from the shooting script becauseof interviewee’s comments etc.). Footage is edited to the guidenarration, graphic and video effects generated and music andtitles added. The resulting edit master is then client approvedand amended as necessary. A final “voice over” is then effectedincorporating final changes. The final master tape is completeand ready for duplication. DUPLICATION is the transfer of masters onto the final format –which can be all or any of VHS, Betacam, Laserdisk, Digibeta,DVD, Mpeg, Avi and more. The final product is then packaged andpresented in an appropriate way with print material for labels,inserts and sleeves. About the author:James Hunter works for EdricAudio Visual, one of the foremost videoproduction companies in the UK.
Canon EOS-1D Mark IIIn a league by itself, the Mark II offers professional photographers extensive customization, excellent photo quality, and market-leading speed.Canon EOS 1Ds Mark II (body only)Canon's EOS 1Ds Mark II offers a wealth of features and the highest resolution of any small-format digital SLR, with a price to match.Nikon D2XsNikon's flagship dSLR ranks among the best 35mm-format cameras currently made, but some pros may take umbrage with its less-than-full-frame sensor.Canon EOS 5D Mark II (with 24-105mm lens)A great follow-up to the 5D and top-flight full-frame camera, the Canon EOS 5D Mark II delivers the fluid shooting experience and fine photos you expect from a professional model.Canon EOS 5D Mark II (body only)A great follow-up to the 5D and top-flight full-frame camera, the Canon EOS 5D Mark II delivers the fluid shooting experience and fine photos you expect from a professional model.Nikon D700 (body only)As long as you don't need seriously high-resolution photos, video capture, or machine-gun-fast sports shooting, the Nikon D700 has everything you need in a pro full-frame camera for a reasonable price.Canon EOS 7D (body only)An excellent midrange dSLR, the Canon EOS 7D delivers for the money.Canon EOS 7D (with 28-135mm lens)An excellent midrange dSLR, the Canon EOS 7D delivers for the money.Canon EOS 7D (with 18-135mm lens)An excellent midrange dSLR, the Canon EOS 7D delivers for the money.Nikon D7000 (body only)An excellent dSLR for experienced shooters or Nikon professionals looking for a relatively cheap option, the Nikon D7000 delivers on almost all counts, including the company's best shooting design to date.Nikon D7000 (with 18-105mm lens)An excellent dSLR for experienced shooters or Nikon professionals looking for a relatively cheap option, the Nikon D7000 delivers on almost all counts, including the company's best shooting design to date.Nikon D7000 (with 18-105mm and 55-200mm lenses)An excellent dSLR for experienced shooters or Nikon professionals looking for a relatively cheap option, the Nikon D7000 delivers on almost all counts, including the company's best shooting design to date.Nikon D300s (body)The Nikon D300s is a great camera, especially if you need the burst speed or slightly improved low-light focus, but if you don't care about video you might consider looking for a really good deal on a D300 and using what you save to splurge on a good lens.Nikon D300s (with 18-200mm lens)The Nikon D300s is a great camera, especially if you need the burst speed or slightly improved low-light focus, but if you don't care about video you might consider looking for a really good deal on a D300 and using what you save to splurge on a good lens.Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS1 (silver)A full-featured waterproof/shockproof pocket point-and-shoot, the Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS1 is a near-perfect rugged camera for everyday use.Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS1 (green)A full-featured waterproof/shockproof pocket point-and-shoot, the Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS1 is a near-perfect rugged camera for everyday use.Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS1 (orange)A full-featured waterproof/shockproof pocket point-and-shoot, the Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS1 is a near-perfect rugged camera for everyday use.Canon PowerShot ELPH 300 HS (Red)If you're looking for a nice, simple ultracompact for use indoors and out, you'll want to strongly consider the Canon PowerShot Elph 300 HS.Canon PowerShot ELPH 300 HS (Black)If you're looking for a nice, simple ultracompact for use indoors and out, you'll want to strongly consider the Canon PowerShot Elph 300 HS.Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX9V (Black)Feature junkies in search of a compact megazoom should get the Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX9V.Sony Alpha SLT-A77V (body only)The Sony Alpha SLT-A77V is an excellent, well-designed camera for deep-pocketed amateurs; it nevertheless has a few limitations that may make it impractical for professionals.Sony Alpha SLT-A77V (with 16-50mm lens)The Sony Alpha SLT-A77V is an excellent, well-designed camera for deep-pocketed amateurs; it nevertheless has a few limitations that may make it impractical for professionals.Canon EOS 20D with 18mm-to-55mm lensThough its performance has been surpassed by
subsequent models, the Canon EOS 20D remains a top semipro dSLR choice.Canon EOS 20D (body only)Though its performance has been surpassed by
subsequent models, the Canon EOS 20D remains a top semipro dSLR choice.Canon EOS 20D with 17-85mm lensThough its performance has been surpassed by
subsequent models, the Canon EOS 20D remains a top semipro dSLR choice.
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Canon 18MP EOS Rebel T3i 18-55mm IS SLR Camera - $799.97
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Canon EOS Rebel T3 DSLR Camera - $549.97
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GE A1456W-BK 14MP LCD Digital Camera - $49.99
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Nikon Coolpix L120 Red 14MP Digital Camera - $229.99
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NIKON D5100 16MP Digital SLR Camera - $749.99
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Nikon Coolpix S6200 (Red)
The Nikon Coolpix S6200 is not exceptional in any way, but casual snapshooters in need of a pocket-friendly 10x zoom camera should check it out.
Fujifilm FinePix XP20 (Orange)
The Fujifilm FinePix XP20 is a decent extra point-and-shoot for when you need a camera to take some abuse. But if it's going to be your one and only pocket camera, look elsewhere.
Samsung SH100
If you like all the photo apps for your smartphone camera but miss having an optical zoom, the Samsung SH100 is the point-and-shoot for you.
Nikon Coolpix S8200 (Black)
The Nikon Coolpix S8200 might not be as easy to recommend as its predecessor, the S8100, but it's still a very good compact megazoom for the money.
Nikon 1 J1 with 10-30mm and 30-110mm lenses (White)
The Nikon 1 J1 is a fine camera, but there's nothing here that screams out "buy it" over similar competitors. It's also on the expensive side for a point-and-shoot upgrader, but has drawbacks for the more advanced user.
Canon PowerShot S100 (Silver)
The Canon PowerShot S100 is a generally great little camera for advanced shooters who don't mind slowing down a bit from a dSLR.
Fujifilm FinePix F600EXR
The Fujifilm FinePix F600EXR is loaded with features, but getting the best results takes some menu digging and patience.
Fujifilm FinePix X10
There's a lot to like about the Fujifilm FinePix X10, but advanced shooters may be frustrated by the trade-offs for the best photos, especially since it's more expensive than its competitors.
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ150 (Black)
Hobbyists and enthusiasts who want a megazoom camera with a lot of control over final results should strongly consider the Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ150.
Canon PowerShot SX40 HS
If you're after a wide and long lens and excellent photo quality, the Canon PowerShot SX40 HS is a standout. In features, design, and performance, though, it's a bit lacking.
Canon PowerShot A800 (Red)
Considering its bargain price, you'll get excellent photos from the Canon PowerShot A800. Just don't expect anything more than that and you'll be fine.
Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX1 (silver, with 14-42mm lens)
A well-designed camera with an interface that creative photographers can customize to their liking, the Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX1 deserves serious consideration if you're looking for a modestly compact interchangeable-lens model.
Sony Alpha SLT-A77V (with 16-50mm lens)
The Sony Alpha SLT-A77V is an excellent, well-designed camera for deep-pocketed amateurs; it nevertheless has a few limitations that may make it impractical for professionals.
Olympus PEN E-PL3 (silver, with 17mm lens)
While it's not the best in any particular aspect, and you probably don't want to use it for video, the Olympus PEN E-PL3 offers an excellent balance of size, features, performance, and photo quality for the money.
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ47
The Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ47 is a very good megazoom for the money, but if you want more control over results--especially in low light--you'll want to step up to the Lumix FZ150.
Canon PowerShot Elph 510 HS (Silver)
The Canon PowerShot Elph 510 HS hits on design, features, and photo and video quality, but is slightly off target on shooting performance.
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