Editing with File-Based Media

The tapeless video editing workflow.

Although most of the other video editing systems out there have always used linked media for editing, AMA (Avid Media Access) is a relatively new technology. And now that it has been in use for a while, I'm of the opinion that AMA in the Avid Media Composer was worth the wait.

Evolution of File-Based Digital Video Cameras

The Avid Technology CamCutter disk-based field system.

There once was a time when shooting video in the field meant loading yourself down with very heavy gear. Early portables were usually two components - the camera and the videotape recorder. Adding batteries to this kit for power, made recording in the field an event that either built strong backs or ruined them.

Excellent Superhero Movies

Films about superheroes available for home theaters.

Continuing our series on great movies that are available on DVD and streaming. Since the Boston Comic Con was this past weekend, what better time to look at some of the superhero movies that are available.

Shooting Video With Your Mobile Device

Properly using your mobile device for video.

Now that pretty much everybody has a video camera, in the form of a mobile device, more and more video from these devices is being viewed. You see video from mobile devices everywhere these days, including the national news.