At IBC2011 I spoke with AVID, Promise Technology, and AJA to see how editors are pairing Smoke with the latest gear to build diverse workflows for color correction, on-set effects or editorial, and stereoscopic 3D finishing. From AVID’s artists series control panels for precision grading to laptops running high-speed Thunderbolt storage from Promise, you’ll see […]
Month: November 2011
Gitzo Announces New Basalt Collection
Thanks to its unique expertise in composite materials, Gitzo developed a new High Performance basalt fibre tube. The new tube comes from a radical innovation of the Poltrusion process, the aerospace technology used by Gitzo to manufacture its composite tubes in one single step, starting from the raw fibres. Fibres are wet in the special […]
After Effects Apprentice Free Video: Performing a Motion Track
As we mentioned earlier, we've been busy this year creating an extensive, multi-course video training series based on our popular beginner's book After Effects Apprentice. Each course has two or more movies that are free for all to view; we're re-posting those videos here on PVC to make sure you don't miss them. This movie […]
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BenQ Unveils Second-Generation GP2 Projector
BenQ America Corp. today introduced the next generation of its popular mini projector, the BenQ Joybee GP2. Building on the success of its GP1 predecessor, the GP2 Projector features the same elegant black and white housing while adding a number of enhancements including an intuitive user interface, 720p HD-ready video capability, short-throw projection, an integrated […]
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DxO Optics Pro 7 Offers Batch Processing Up to 4 Times Faster
November 23, 2011 – DxO Labs announces the November 30, 2011 availability of DxO Optics Pro 7, a major new release of its leading image-processing software for demanding photographers. This new version, released simultaneously for Windows and Mac systems, redefines the standard for image quality, achieves batch processing up to four times faster, and offers […]
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Resources for Choosing a Graphics Card for Adobe Premiere Pro
We get asked a lot about what kind of hardware to buy for optimum performance for Adobe Premiere Pro (and After Effects). In fact, we get asked so often, that we’ve put together this brief FAQ entry:“FAQ: What computer and components should I buy for Premiere Pro or After Effects?” By far, the most common […]
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Assimilate Expands Its New Online Store with the Addition of Tools from Drastic Technologies
ASSIMILATE, the leading provider of powerful post-production tools for digital workflows, has announced “Cyber Monday”, a 24-hour sales event on 28th November 2011 at its online Store, when significant price reductions will be offered across a range of ASSIMILATE and third-party products. Coinciding with “Cyber Monday”, ASSIMILATE has expanded the Store with the addition of […]
Holiday Gift Guide for Photographers 2011
If you have a photographer in your life, you may have a tough time finding the perfect gift for him or her for the holidays. Never fear, we have a useful list to help in your search and help them enjoy photography and take it to the next level. 1. EYE-FI SDHC Wi-Fi CARD We’ve […]
SeeSense announces superior new Meuser HD lens for Toshiba HD camera
SeeSense are pleased to announce the addition of the new Meuser Optik 3.5mm (69° FOV) 1/3″ prism compatible HD lens to their armoury of compatible lenses for the Toshiba IK-HD1 camera system. The new improved optics offer vastly superior resolution with lower image distortion performance to any 3-CCD 1/3″ C-mount prism camera including those from […]
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Sandi Sissel Talks About the Past and Future of Cinematography
Sandi Sissel, ASC, stepped on stage at Createasphere’s Entertainment Technology Expo in New York this past September with her colleagues from the American Society of Cinematographers, including Richard Crudo, ASC and Bob Primes, ASC, to engage in an honest and thoughtful conversation about the role of the cinematographer. Moderated by American Cinematographer’s Iain Stasukevich, the […]
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