HVX BootCamp DVD Vol. 1 is AVAILABLE!

HVX DVD for DVX Newbie

HVX DVD for DVX Newbie

I recently purchased a DVX. I read the book and watched the DVD that came with the DVX. It was helpful, but as someone that learns quicker visually, I needed something else. I read a lot of good things about the HVX Bootcamp DVD. Even though I don't own an HVX, I wondered if the DVD will help a DVX Newbie. So, I was able to get a copy of the HVX DVD and I must say that it is awesome! There are a lot of settings on the HVX that is similar to the DVX. So, I was able to learn quicker through Barry's instruction.

I do recommend this DVD for DVX and HVX users. I feel that Barry gives a lot of good examples visually. And it's not boring. I found the DVX Tutorial Dvd that came with the DVX a bit boring. You do learn a lot from it, but from a newbie standpoint, the section on Settings is boring and that is where I got lost. So, I referred to the book but then I wasn't able to visualize well. That's where the HVX Bootcamp DVD comes in. It has good music and a variety of cuts from examples, to Barry talking, and a variety of wide shots, medium shots, and closeups. That all helped keep my attention and understand better. After watching the HVX Bootcamp DVD, I decided to watch the DVX Tutorial DVD again, and remember that boring part that I mentioned, the one where I was confused and didn't understand at first? Well, I was able to understand it more now with greater detail.

So, that is my story. It's from a Newbie standpoint. For someone getting started that wants to learn visually with the book by your side. And who wants to learn everything your camera can do. And if you're like me, where you learn better when you're watching examples and watching someone speaking, and even little tidbits or special tricks the speaker mentions that make you remember better, then I recommend it. I do have one warning, if you own a DVX and watch the HVX Bootcamp DVD, you WILL encounter settings that the DVX DOES NOT HAVE, and you're going to wish you bought an HVX instead. Lol.

Hope this was helpful and Thanks Barry. Looking forward to your other volumes.
 
hi just a quick question for barry ,or whoever was involved in making this dvd

well first thanks for contributing... your buying guide was also helpful

anyways, upon receiving the dvd set from b & h in ny, the dvd labeled "disc 1" (with the cover logo of the eagle wearing a german military helmet?) shows up as "disc 2" on the desktop.... the menu contains scene file settings menu, recording setup menu and remaining menus
the second disc, actually labeled disc 2 (star on dvd) shows up as disc 2 and has camera controls or something like that (haven't gotten to it yet)

does this mean that i got all the discs? sorry this is way too wordy, hence the reason i'm not making these tutorial dvd's, thanks
 
The disc with the print label "Disc 1" is Disc 1 -- but you can watch it in any order you want . . .

You got both discs. Don't worry about the (electronic) volume label.
 
Can anyone comment on whether it is worth getting the book as well as the DVD....or will the DVD on it's own cover the same territory.

(I've actually got an offer where I can get the DVD with the Camera...but not the book..have to buy that separately.)
 
Jason Ramsey said:
Welp. I watched it. First impression- I need to watch it again, and again. Wow, that is a lot of information to take in. Do you always talk so fast Barry? Geez. :)

So that is what the infamous Barry Green looks like, huh? Looks a little like you could use some extra sleep, brother. :)

Anyways, I was curious to know what your (ya'lls) settings were when shooting the bootcamp dvd. What mode, scene file settings, etc.?

A request for Vol. 3 or wherever it will be appropriate: Some real world examples of the scene files, etc. I would also like to see you illustrate some of the common problems people experience with their footage, and demonstrate how different scene file settings can play a role in helping to solve those problems. That would be real cool. Noise, lack of smooth transition from black to shadow, to bright, etc.

Thanks for the work. I have learned a lot already.

Jason
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I would also like to know what scene files and modes were used. I'm guessing
that the DVDs about the HVX-200 would have been shot with HVX-200s ? Would seem
appropriate.

The DVDs are great!
 
Just finished watching my Volume 1 all the way through. It was very informative. Some of the beginning menu chapters are very basic, most anyone who has used the camera will know some of the functions, but it is nice to have if you ever want to show someone how to use the camera for the first time. The rest of the DVD is very good, it goes through more complex processes and pieces of knowledge you probably would want to have written down (or in this case, on a DVD that is easy to review), this alone makes it well worth the money. The MCR menu section is very good, because I found that the HVX manual doesn't really explain it very well.

Overall very good, but I didn't really like the music during the actual lessons, it was kind of destracting to me.

Well worth the money, I recommend it.
 
Mine just came in today, can't wait to watch!! I'm a total video newbie, I got the camera and FCP rig when I kicked off an instructional DVD series (just talking head stuff and interviews) but now that I have the cam and have seen what I can do, this is turning into a really fun hobby for me.

But another expensive one ... oh well ... I've realized that I'll NEVER find an inexpensive hobby!!
 
I talked to both Barry and David at NAB and they said Volume 2 is at the replicator! Hopefully, we'll be able to order the new volume in the next month or so.:thumbup:
 
I loved the DVDs. Learned so much, definitely worth the $$.

Quick question. How did you record the images from the computer? Were you able to record directly from the PC then cut in with the video?

We do lots of options trading training and need to mix computer and head shots just like you did in the Bootcamp DVD.

Any help on how to, where to etc. would be appreciated.

Thanks again for the training. Saved me months...
 
Which images from the computer?

In the soon-to-be released Volume II, we did a LOT of actual computer screen shots; some of it is screen recording software which records whatever happens on the screen, and can be saved as pretty much any kind of video file; some of it is as comparatively low-tech as simply shooting the screen with the camera.
 
For example, using Camtasia, we can record what is being utilized on the PC. We thought of shooting the the screen with the camera, but not enough resolution.

What software did you use for screen recording ?

Sounds like Vol II will help me with work flow questions.

Sign me up for Vol II!!!
 
We used a variety, actually sort of testing them as we go. I don't know what Noah used on his Mac, but I used Camtasia, BB Flashback, and something else I can't think of the name of right now (didn't like it much, so it's long gone).

Vol II does cover workflow, indeed. I would expect orders to commence soon.

But you're right; using the camera to shoot the screen is limiting. I think it looks fantastic in the parts we used it, but it does put some unnecessary boundaries on what you can do.

The main problem with screen recording software, of course, is that it slows down your system significantly, which can hamper what you're doing if you need a lot of processor power to do it.

Volume I had a lot of stuff run THROUGH the computer, but it was recorded in-camera through the inputs, so no screen recording there.

But Volume II is a kickin' disc, and I think people are going to get even more out of it than they did with Vol I. :)
 
Hi Barry

Nice job on the DVD(s) for Vol 1. Enjoyed it but at the pricepoint it's hard to justify as a total expense. I feel like I'll probably need to post it on ebay and see what I can get back for it used.

I'm sure it's a limited run thing and you have to support your production and product supply but the overall presentation looks really great. A high $60 price tag was tough. Still at $40 less than your book, I obviously went with the discs. Good luck and keep on truckin.
 
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