Recent content by Gordon JL

(More accurately described as 2.39:1) Since getting the best 2.39:1 quality requires some of the methods on getting the best 16:9 (you should start off with 16:9, and get a wider aspect from there); let's refer back to this extremely helpful thread on getting best quality for 16:9 ...

Here's a 24PA question no one seems to answer; they answer questions related to it; and when to use it, but never getting down to the nitty gritty. IF I can edit in both 24fps AND 30fps timeline; THEN which mode should I shoot in? I can choose since AVID allows both timelines. Which mode...

I'm going to be editing with AVID and I'm wondering if I can shoot 24PA instead of regular 24p; in other words, can I edit on a 24FPS timeline instead of 30fps timeline so that I can shoot in 24pA with AVID? I know some NLEs don't offer editing in 24fps timeline. Also, would anyone recommend...

I have a deadline for a video, which is RIGHT NOW, and I need to export something quick. I tried h.24... (sp?) and it is WAY too slow -- I want to use Microsoft DV AVI or DV. The problem is, when I export them that way, although it is very fast, it wastes a lot of space, and also the video...

I've always planned on purchasing the Andromedized version of the DVX, and loved the results of the resolution charts that the founder Juan had posted. They were very competitive to the other HD cameras in the field. Recently in their forums though, I'm seeing screenshots of resolution charts...

Actually, it's really 2.39:1 now. I couldn't find any information on what the best method is to get the highest quality 2.39:1 footage, without using an anamorphic adapter. Does the procedure involve uprezzing so that resolution can be "preserved"? I don't have any of these uprezzing programs...

UV filters are used by photographers capturing on film to eliminate the haze that shows up when there is a lot of UV -- but I believe this is only a problem with film, not CCDs. So why not just use a clear-lens/filter instead of the UV filters to protect your lens? You get less degradation (even...

Looking for the bare minimum tripod that is also future proof; in other words, I'd like recommendations for a tripod system that is as inexpensive as you can get (i'll try and also find a used one) but has these features (so as to future proof it): smooth Fluid head quick release baseplate...

I'm looking for a new quality UV filter for my DVX, and was wondering if these Tiffen filters at B&H would work. I've found 2; one says its a UV haze filter; the other simply says UVP / UV filter. From what I've read, I've always believed UV and Haze to be the same thing -- so why are thre two...

I have an assignment I need to turn in; and I'm using After Effects 7.0 Pro on a PC. I will need to turn in my video project by email; but I need to export everything first. My question is, how do I squeeze the best quality out of the video by exporting to QUICKTIME format in Aftereffects...

I've got a project to do right now; and I need help really fast. My professor isn't really good, in fact, I'm missing a lot of knowledge of the very basics of After Effects; like apply keyframes, etc. I'm using After Effects 7 Pro on a PC, and I have a few questions; first, how do you apply...

Roger Ebert says games are not capable of reaching the level of art, as film has. Obiously, he hasn't heard of the Metal Gear series; or seen the new trailers of Metal Gear Solid 4 from e3. I suggest you guys fiorst check out the 3 minute trailer; then, the 15 minute trailer, for a truly...

Does anyone have an idea what The Office (both US and UK) is shot on, whether it is film or video, and the FPS they are shot in?

I've heard Nancy Shreiber and many cinematographers recommend doing the visual effects such as color grading or color enhancement, or some kind of manipulation of the image in terms of hue in-camera (or with filters); instead of in post. This is probably a stupid question, but what's wrong with...

Should there be other requirements for entering a dvxfestival besides just having 1 post? What if a "pro" who has had a lot of experience decides to enter the contest; doesn't this give a disadvantage to the newbies? Think about it. For someone like me; who owns a DVX, a basic tripod, and a...