The scope of video work now being created with Canon DSLR cameras has grown to include the U.S. Navy. Cinematographer Shane Hurlbut has used Canon 5D Mark II cameras (msrp $2,499) exclusively to shoot several promotional videos for the Navy. He says the videos would not be possible with any other camera. In fact, he Full Article…
How Many Cameras Does It Take To Make Ice Road Truckers?
Ice Road Truckers is a popular reality show on the History Channel. They follow truckers as they haul heavy loads on ice roads to the oil fields in Alaska. But how many video cameras does it take to shoot these truckers as they perform their dangerous jobs? Turns out the answer is 75. The crew Full Article…
And Now We Have Video Playdates
You probably haven’t heard of it. And you may even have strong opinions against it. But it’s already starting to happen and is predicted to eventually catch fire. What is it? Video playdates. Where kids play with each other over video calls instead of in person. The idea is for kids to be able to Full Article…
How To Use a Canon DSLR Camera As a Web Cam
So you’ve got your spiffy new Canon DSLR camera that shoots gorgeous video. But now you’re thinking “Hmmm, wouldn’t it be great if I could use this for a web cam too”? Well actually you can. And the folks over at Planet5D have put together a video tutorial showing you how, all step by step: Full Article…
Sony Releases Vegas Movie Studio 10, Blurs The Lines Between Pro and Consumer Video Editing Software
Sony has just released the latest version of their consumer-level video editing software, Vegas Movie Studio 10. And it’s blurring the lines between professional and consumer-level video editing software. Here are some of the notable additions in Vegas Movie Studio 10: Updated interface that is nearly identical to their professional software (Vegas Pro). Device Explorer Full Article…