Videomaker Guide to Digital Video and DVD Production, Third Edition [Paperback]

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Book Description

ISBN-10: 0240805666 | ISBN-13: 978-0240805665 | Publication Date: June 11, 2004 | Edition: 3

From the editors of Videomaker Magazine comes a guide that takes the novice, step-by-step, through the elements that create a quality video production. The Videomaker Guide provides information on all the latest tools and techniques available to help you shoot like the pros. The series of short sections covers what you need to know and is easy to dip into as a reference on a shoot.

The third edition is bursting with new material and has been updated to include topics like shooting, serving, encoding, streaming, editing tips, making streaming slide shows, MPEG, and DVD and CD authoring and burning.

Whether you're a novice videomaker or prosumer, learn to make better, more exciting video with the Videomaker Guide.

· An easy-to-reference manual with quick solutions for video production
· Section on DVD authoring
· Concise information on all phases of production

Editorial Reviews

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this book, like the earlier editions, provides a great overview for a person who is new to video production. Written in bite-size chapters, it is also a great reference book for those already experienced in video production. -- Ken Pyle, Viodi View

Book Description

Quick reference guide with tips and budget-conscious solutions for video shoots

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Product Details

• Paperback: 422 pages
• Publisher: Focal Press; 3 edition (June 11, 2004)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0240805666
• ISBN-13: 978-0240805665
• Product Dimensions: 10.1 x 7.3 x 1 inches
• Shipping Weight: 2.1 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (8 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #772,577 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

Customer Reviews

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15 of 15 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Good Book on Production; Little behind on modern technology, March 4, 2006

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C. Owen "Expand the Mind" (San Diego, CA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Videomaker Guide to Digital Video and DVD Production, Third Edition (Paperback)

I wanted a book that would help my amateur videography skills. I decided to go with the Videomaker Guide based on its original Amazon rating, and the history of Videomaker magazines.

I found a lot of useful information in the book that I'm just starting to use such as lighting, filters, sound, and shooting angles. I've already started to apply the information from the book into a music video and a short film. So far, the information has been a plus, and I've used the book for reference to expand my amateur knowledge.

A minor negative on the book was that some chapters (back-to-back) seemed to state the same message. Although they were written with different examples, the same points were expressed.

A major negative on the book is that most technology and software that was referred to are about 3+ years behind. I was thinking some chapters might be updated to reflect the future of DVD production and using updated software video editing programs. However, there were no updated chapters. Lucky for me, most of my current knowledge of video editing is with today's software programs and hardware.

12 of 12 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent quick reference!, September 21, 2004

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Jennifer Ang (Singapore) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Videomaker Guide to Digital Video and DVD Production, Third Edition (Paperback)

The book is divided into 70+ short articles which makes it very easy to read. One can quickly jump to a subject of his interest.. ranging from pre-production, lighting and sound, camera and directing techniques, desktop editing, etc. A lot of valuable tips and tricks provided.

There is a "sidebar" section in most every article where some real-life examples are given.

In terms of post-production, it is suitable for people using Adobe Premiere and Final Cut Pro.

8 of 8 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Good reference book from a great magazine, June 28, 2004

By A Customer

This review is from: Videomaker Guide to Digital Video and DVD Production, Third Edition (Paperback)

I've been a fan and subscriber of Videomaker magazine for years and this book is an excellent compilation of recent articles and how-to's on all aspects of video production. I like that they have added information on DVD authoring to this edition, too. My only criticism is that it would be much better if it was illustrated in four color rather than black and white.