http://videomaker.com/community/forums/ Forums: Last 35 Posts en Fri, 21 Nov 2008 20:02:14 +0000 http://videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/i-got-money-out-of-youtube#post-41671 Fri, 21 Nov 2008 12:50:11 +0000 mantic59 41671@http://videomaker.com/community/forums/ <blockquote><p>this is so ghetto</p></blockquote> <p>Oh?  Why?</p> http://videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/magix-pro-x#post-41670 Fri, 21 Nov 2008 12:46:00 +0000 Aspyrider 41670@http://videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p> Pro-X, the new editor from Magix-AG is out now, Its available here from Magix, <a href="http://www.magix.com/us/video-pro-x/detail/">click here</a>!</p> http://videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/on-line-computer-dealers#post-41669 Fri, 21 Nov 2008 11:58:30 +0000 bmills 41669@http://videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p> I don't know about DGear or DVshop, but ANYTHING Alienware is gangster!  I have an alienware laptop that I game on and use for pro tools and it is beautiful, fast and frankly the best computer I've ever owned or worked on (including this lovely new Mac I'm sitting on right now)..</p> <p> If you're looking to get camera gear online, I would order from B and H (I think bandhphoto.com).  B and H is a HUGE camera, lighting, accessory store located in NYC...</p> http://videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/windows-movie-maker-file-size#post-41668 Fri, 21 Nov 2008 11:51:51 +0000 bmills 41668@http://videomaker.com/community/forums/ <blockquote><blockquote>It is for the web. I haven't used movie maker in a looong time, but I believe there is a way to change the output size, sorry I i'm don't remember exactly how to do it though..  Also, if you have quicktime pro, or if you go download a free .avi converter (that's beauty of PC - FREE software!!!) the converter should allow you change the size...</p></blockquote> <blockquote><p> </p></blockquote> <blockquote><p>Should I use different sizes for web and dvd? Yes.  This will mostly depend on your file format and the resolution of the original file, but yes 320x240 is waaay to small for tv.. I believe, and i could be wrong about this, but SD tv is like 720x480...</blockquote></blockquote> <p> </p> http://videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/on-line-computer-dealers#post-41667 Fri, 21 Nov 2008 11:15:48 +0000 JoeL 41667@http://videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p>Hello all -</p> <p>Has anyone bought a computer from onl ine dealers such as DVGear, Alienware,DV Shop or any other for that matter?  If so, what kind of experience did you have?  Were you happy with your purchase, was the service good, shipping and warranty satisfactory etc?  Don't want an off the shelf unit and lack skills to build myself.  Thanks.</p> <p>    Joe</p> http://videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/windows-movie-maker-file-size#post-41666 Fri, 21 Nov 2008 10:16:51 +0000 Chino 41666@http://videomaker.com/community/forums/ <blockquote> <p>Is the video for the web or are you trying to burn what you edit to dvd for a tv?</p> <p>It is for the web.  Should I use different sizes for web and dvd?</p> </blockquote> http://videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/final-cut-studio-tutorials#post-41665 Fri, 21 Nov 2008 09:43:02 +0000 bmills 41665@http://videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p> Yes...</p> <p> </p> <p>I'm saying that one because for example, I know what the settings are that I work with and use and I have an idea about the other settings but that's pretty much it (as I have no formal video editing training)...</p> http://videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/final-cut-studio-tutorials#post-41664 Fri, 21 Nov 2008 09:41:22 +0000 robgrauert 41664@http://videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p> hmm...I've never heard of that happening with a Quicktime File before. Maybe he needed to update the version of Quicktime player. I'll look into it.</p> <p> Also, when you say A/V settings. Do you mean all that stuff in the dialogue box when you go to Final Cut Pro&gt;Audio/Video Settings in the menu bar? If, I can do that too. </p> http://videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/does-anyone-know-where-i-can-find-a-dvd-converter#post-41663 Fri, 21 Nov 2008 09:10:53 +0000 bmills 41663@http://videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p>Can you be a little more clear about what you're trying to accomplish..</p> <p>You need a file format conversion program or dvd burning software? </p> http://videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/windows-movie-maker-file-size#post-41662 Fri, 21 Nov 2008 09:08:51 +0000 bmills 41662@http://videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p>Is the video for the web or are you trying to burn what you edit to dvd for a tv?</p> http://videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/final-cut-studio-tutorials#post-41661 Fri, 21 Nov 2008 09:06:53 +0000 bmills 41661@http://videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p> I might be confusing an export problem I had with quicktime pro and not FCP..  Either way, I exported some quicktime files that do strange things..  For example, one file opened on my PC, but not on a guy I work with's mac that has final cut (express), quicktime pro, etc... </p> <p>Also, a DETAILED tutorial on the MANY setting A/V setting options would be cool..  </p> <p> </p> http://videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/windows-movie-maker-file-size#post-41660 Fri, 21 Nov 2008 08:28:02 +0000 Chino 41660@http://videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p>Hi all,</p> <p>When I edit with Windows Movie Maker and save the video to my computer, it saves it at 320 X 240 size.  Is there any way to get it to save it at least 640 X 480?  Also, what would you say is the best size for standard definition video?</p> <p>Thanks!</p> http://videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/analog-to-digital-converter#post-41658 Thu, 20 Nov 2008 22:17:10 +0000 Coreece 41658@http://videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p>Any camera that has the analog inputs and firewire out should have thru put...you'll have to put it in "vtr mode" or "vcr mode" or "play mode" or whatever your camera calls it.</p> <p>I can try to look around for you, but what format exactly do you want to convert and how much are you willing to spend?  There may be better options.</p> http://videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/does-anyone-know-where-i-can-find-a-dvd-converter#post-41656 Thu, 20 Nov 2008 20:48:43 +0000 Aldridgeo 41656@http://videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p>Where can I find a free converter tool that <strong>converts avi to ipod compatable and to DVD</strong>? I have this one know but I have the trial version (it's really expensive, but good quality =[ ) so it says 'Trial Version' and I wanted to burn a DVD for my friend but I don't want it to say 'Trial Verion' on the DVD when she watches it. <strong>Anyone have any ideas?</strong> </p> http://videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/analog-to-digital-converter#post-41655 Thu, 20 Nov 2008 19:49:00 +0000 radman 41655@http://videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p> Are there any current camcorders with thru put that would convert analog to digital</p> http://videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/unusual-wedding-request#post-41654 Thu, 20 Nov 2008 19:03:24 +0000 D0n 41654@http://videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p> That's not the most unusual wedding request....</p> <p>The last time I worked a wedding alone....</p> <p>Now I always bring  a female assistant....</p> <p>I once had a bride, before the ceremony.....</p> <p>While photographing the wedding dress, and final touches on the makeup at the brides house...</p> <p>I once had a bride ask me to help her out on her one last fling before tying the knot....</p> <p>I declined, but never agreed to do those "At the Brides house" photos alone since.... </p> http://videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/hangup-while-rendering-with-pinnacle-studio-11#post-41653 Thu, 20 Nov 2008 18:11:05 +0000 eweber46 41653@http://videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p>when you have a project in an older studio. you need to start the project as a new project in the upgraded studio. place the raw video on the timeline and reedit like you had it in the older studio. it is best to use an external hard drive. also delete all old renders. only use the space bar to change the scenes so you can more easily edit.</p> http://videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/making-capture-preview-window-bigger#post-41652 Thu, 20 Nov 2008 17:59:38 +0000 eweber46 41652@http://videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p>No, the preview window in capture mode cannot be inlarged just in edit mode.</p> http://videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/next-generation-vegas-pro#post-41651 Thu, 20 Nov 2008 17:57:46 +0000 Dan 41651@http://videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p>Anyone know when Sony is going to roll out the next generation of Vegas Pro?</p> http://videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/final-cut-studio-tutorials#post-41650 Thu, 20 Nov 2008 17:56:20 +0000 robgrauert 41650@http://videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p> Great minds think alike. I already had this in mind. One question though:</p> <p>What do you mean by a file that will work on PC and Mac? All files exported out of FCP are some kind of Quicktime file. I've exported files from FCP as a Quicktime and loaded them to a client's server. They then downloaded from the server onto their PC and played the file without a problem. </p> <p>Now, I know there is a download that allows export from FCP to Windows Media player, and that will work on a PC as well.</p> <p>I will do the research, but as far as I know, the exported file needs to match the player -- If you export a quicktime from FCP, your PC needs quicktime player, if you export a WMV file from FCP,  the PC needs Windows Media Player.</p> <p>Does that make sense? Like I said, I will do some research and see if I find anything new.  </p> <p>Thank you for the suggestion! </p> http://videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/unusual-wedding-request#post-41649 Thu, 20 Nov 2008 15:37:41 +0000 bmills 41649@http://videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p>I think if you are filming the porn in the privacy of their own home and it's not going to be sold, then just take the money and film it...  If it's in the NYC area I'll do it for ya for the extra dough</p> http://videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/looking-for-constructive-criticism-documentary-on-vets#post-41648 Thu, 20 Nov 2008 15:34:37 +0000 bmills 41648@http://videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p> Just watched part 1...</p> <p> First, let me start off by saying I agree with rob on the story.  It's not that there's no story or that the material isn't compelling or interesting, but rather there's no story arc..  You start out narrating this guy Tom and you don't have much in common, except you both fought in Iraq.  The story opens with Tom talking about the rhode island regiment (or platoon) and that it was like a family, etc..  Then you go into when you got moved to Fallujah..  Then you end with some of the B.S. vets have to deal with when they get home.  OK, now please don't take me as sounding callous or like a d***, but we all know that story.  What I think Rob was trying to say, and what I am saying, is what is YOUR (meaning you and the people you interview) story?    I know based on a post you made above that you don't really want to hear any criticism of how you told the story, however if do you want to hear some ideas on how to tighten up the story and give it a better flow I will gladly post my thoughts, just say the word...</p> <p>Story aside, my biggest criticism (and this is a criticism I have for A LOT of indie video, movies, etc..) is the audio.  The audio was not recorded well and was not mixed at all.  I found myself turning the volume nob up and down as I watched the video.  Also, Tom's voice is very bass heavy.  Instead of a lav, a boom or a directional camera mounted mic would have probably been a better option..  Also, keep in mind you lav placement (a guy with a bass heavy voice should not have the lav place directly in front of his throat or on his upper chest area) and the lav could also have been hidden better (though I still would have gone with a boom or even your camera mic)... </p> <p>The lighting wasn't great (but you already knew that).  Though with a piece like this, if you had used some more cuts during the interview segments it would help the ace and make the lighting and cuts less noticeable..</p> <p>Also, I want to reiterate robs point (#4) about the cuts.  You don't have to cut on a specific sound bite from the interviewee.  For some of the middle interview cuts, you could be using pictures or b-roll video over Tom talking so that you don't have to use those shutter transitions and it will visually pick up the pace of the piece</p> <p>finally, music!!  I liked the music in the beginning and thought there were several places that you could have inserted music behind the dialogue to enhance the pace and add more emotion... </p> http://videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/how-to-convert-youtube-limewire-dvd-flash-and-any-video-to-ipod-#post-41647 Thu, 20 Nov 2008 14:42:14 +0000 bmills 41647@http://videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p> if you have a mac and quicktime pro that will convert for the iPod.. I use either that or handbrake depending if I'm on PC or Mac and the format of the original file...</p> <p>For .flv you'll need to get a .flv converter (check out the mozilla add-ons and/or cnet.com)...  Then take the converted .flv over to handbrake...</p> http://videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/final-cut-studio-tutorials#post-41646 Thu, 20 Nov 2008 14:38:28 +0000 bmills 41646@http://videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p> A tutorial that details each of the MANY export file types and their purpose would be nice..  A tutorial that correspond between FCP and Compressor would be cool too...  Make sure to include in this how to achieve the smallest possible file with the largest aspect ratio that will play on PC or Mac...</p> http://videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/best-helmet-cam#post-41645 Thu, 20 Nov 2008 11:14:29 +0000 videomaster 41645@http://videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p>VIO has a decent recorder but the problem is CMOS. You can build similar systems much cheaper with a nice 560 or 580 CCD cam and a D1 recorder. The color replication on a CMOS cam just can't compare to a nice CCD.</p> <p>~VM</p> http://videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/need-cheap-video-mixer#post-41644 Thu, 20 Nov 2008 09:23:06 +0000 kr0490 41644@http://videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p>Where can I buy a 4 channel video mixer, preferably that can do some basic fades and wipes, and possibly overlays.  It doesnt need to have high quality inputs.  BNC, composite, or S-video inputs are preffered.  Thanks!</p> http://videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/looking-for-constructive-criticism-documentary-on-vets#post-41643 Thu, 20 Nov 2008 08:17:02 +0000 D0n 41643@http://videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p> I forgot to mention....</p> <p>I did watch the first video.</p> <p>I must say I'm astounded.</p> <p>Seeing a such young person delving into such a mature subject, with so much passion...is fantastic.</p> <p>My Grandmother used to describe such people as "having an old soul", more mature than thier years bely.</p> <p>Your subject matter, is well to be honest, too important to ignore.</p> <p>When you get your technical skills up (for reasons others, and you have stated) you'll be creating "Pro" calibre work in no time.</p> <p>This project, wouldn't convince me (as a businessman) to hire you for a project. It would, however, convince me (as a businessman whose business is photography/videography) to take you on as an apprentice....</p> <p>so keep trying.... </p> http://videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/dvds-skipping-and-freezing-brides-screaming-help#post-41642 Thu, 20 Nov 2008 07:30:44 +0000 gonz67 41642@http://videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p>Going to try all the above. Thanks gentlemen!</p> http://videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/looking-for-constructive-criticism-documentary-on-vets#post-41641 Thu, 20 Nov 2008 07:14:54 +0000 butterflyguy 41641@http://videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p>Excellent job - I didn't get through it all - a bit slow for my taste also. People have short attention spans these days.</p> <p>Here are my opinions:</p> <p>1. Get rid of the opening credit - you can add that at the end.</p> <p>2. Add more motion to your stills - Zoom in out - right left -Ken Burns effects.</p> <p>I'd never just show a still picture.</p> <p>3.  At 42 seconds you have a dark picture - I can't make out what it is.</p> <p>Around 55 seconds you have 4 seconds of black - I'd definitely try to keep the black sequences to a second - no more.</p> <p>4. You're always shooting down at your subject. Did you do that on purpose? It's ok, but normally  you shoot face on.</p> <p>5.  I like your background narration - good audio and a nice voice - it adds a lot.</p> <p>6. Your music at the beginning definitely says this is going to be a slow-paced documentary.</p> <p>I'd experiment with other music - maybe a bit more patriotic and upbeat - at least for that first minute.</p> <p>7. At 2 minutes you can use some B roll to cover that obvious cut.</p> <p>8. At 2:06 you talk about the unit as being a family and yet you show people fighting each other - there's a discord.</p> <p>9. 3:06 - Cover your cuts with B roll.</p> <p>10. From 6:01 to the end of the first part you've got 4 minutes of what they call a "Talking Head" .</p> <p>That doesn't make for good TV.</p> <p>Good first attempt _ Keep working at it and it will only get better.</p> <p>One of the sayings I like about writing (which you can apply to video editing) is this:</p> <p>There is no such thing as good writing - only good re-writing.</p> http://videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/how-to-convert-youtube-limewire-dvd-flash-and-any-video-to-ipod-#post-41638 Wed, 19 Nov 2008 23:15:28 +0000 cucyoyo 41638@http://videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p>There is a step by step guide.<br /> <a href="http://www.sharewareguide.net/video-article/video-converter/how-to-convert-mkv-to-avi-mkv-to-mp4-mkv-to-divx-with-mkv-converter-mkv-to-avi-converter.html">http://www.sharewareguide.net/video-article/video-converter/how-to-convert-mkv-to-avi-mkv-to-mp4-mkv-to-divx-with-mkv-converter-mkv-to-avi-converter.html</a></p> <p>The software named Xilisoft Video Converter Standard.<br /> Believe it or not, the product is very fantastic.<br /> I am enjoying it.</p> http://videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/magix-movie-edit-pro-12/page/3#post-41637 Wed, 19 Nov 2008 21:34:43 +0000 Aspyrider 41637@http://videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p> Yes, select FILE/EXPORT then the type of mpeg you want. :-)</p> http://videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/final-cut-studio-tutorials#post-41635 Wed, 19 Nov 2008 15:54:56 +0000 robgrauert 41635@http://videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p> I am thinking about making video tutorials covering Final Cut Studio 2. Then I can start a blog for all to view for convenience. If you don't already know, the major programs included in this bundle are Final Cut Pro, Motion, Soundtrack Pro, Color, Compressor, and DVD Studio Pro.</p> <p> So, if anyone wants to request a tutorial for any program, I will be more than happy to provide one. Take note that Final Cut Pro is the program I know best, but I will be able to answer some questions regarding any program.</p> <p> Also, you can count on being disappointed if you are expecting to see a tutorial next week. I'm still in the planning stages, which isn't much, but still takes time. If you need to know something right away, then clearly state it when you request the tutorial. I will at least respond in writing.</p> <p>Thanks guys.</p> http://videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/looking-for-constructive-criticism-documentary-on-vets#post-41634 Wed, 19 Nov 2008 14:59:42 +0000 NewBirthProductions 41634@http://videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p>Down Boys, do we have to send yall to your rooms :)))</p> http://videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/magix-movie-edit-pro-12/page/3#post-41633 Wed, 19 Nov 2008 14:48:18 +0000 babyalu 41633@http://videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p> Another question for my previous post - If we have a video in ts mode, can we convert it in Magix Movie edit pro 12 to mpeg, etc......... when we create the DVD / VCD ?????</p> <p>Thanks,</p> http://videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/looking-for-constructive-criticism-documentary-on-vets#post-41632 Wed, 19 Nov 2008 14:46:00 +0000 robgrauert 41632@http://videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p> Don...good point.</p> <p> I'll make one last point though:</p> <p> Ben, when I said, "Are they going to explain why going to Iraq is a good thing? A bad thing? Is the video made to convince the viewer that wars are good or bad? What's the point? I should know right from the beginning" I'm not saying your video has to be about those topics, but your video must have a point of view. If it doesn't why should I or any other viewer watch the video? </p>