Mar 22, 2011

Over the years I have had several different still cameras, ranging from the Nikon Coolpix, Nikon D50, Nikon D90, and now the Canon 5D MKII and Canon 7D. The same can be said about my affection to film and video cameras that have ranged from the 16mm Bolex, to Panasonic ENG,  Sony Z1U, and Sony EX1. Normally I would have to lug around both stills and video...

Mar 16, 2011

March Break means for some of us its time to time to kick back and relax, and spend time with the family. If your are lucky few spending time with the your kids can be great, and may want to capture those moments on camera to share with others. Well instead of just sharing the same old videos , why not take this opportunity to create a short documentary. Here...

Mar 8, 2011

A couple of weeks ago Intel introduced a new technology for I/O use and data back ups. If you missed that information you can read all about it here. Over the past few weeks there has been a lot of buzz regarding this new technology. Thunderbolt’s ability to transfer data at 10Gbs a sec while also giving you the ability to support HD displays simultaneously on...

Mar 2, 2011

Choosing the right system for editing films and videos is crucial. It can also be very confusing with all the various computers, desktops, and laptops out there. However, when setting up your own laptop or desktop for video editing there are 3 key factors to keep in mind. What kind of footage are you going to be working with? What kind processing power is...

Feb 24, 2011

Apple has released a newly refreshed Macbook Pros. Now this is normally news worthy of other sites. But what makes this new refresh news to us in pos-production… is the introduction of the new Intel designed Thunderbolt. This new connections creates the fastest I/O ever in a laptop. The connection speed is even faster than the recently introduced USB...

Feb 24, 2011

Over the past few weeks I have been busy installing and building a PC workstation for editing. The need for a PC workstation was always there. However I waited until it became a serious requirement for editing before jumping into a PC. After much research through various avenues including the often useful tool Twitter, I settled on a Asus 16” Laptop. The...

Feb 22, 2011

Mini cams are nothing new , they have been in use for quite some time now. They have been referred to as Lipstick cams, pencil cams, pocket cams… the list goes on.  They have been very pricey, and out of reach for the independent filmmaker, or even average consumer.  However a manufacture has stepped in and made an fantastic camera that can be placed...

Feb 16, 2011

Family day is approaching giving you plenty of opportunity to take some fantastic family videos.  I have complied some of my favorite and fun video tips in order to get the best out of family day. DSLR’s DSLR’s have become really popular with their ability to shoot amazing stills, and HD video. The most popular in use right now are the Canon 5DMKII, and...

Feb 10, 2011

Valentine’s Day is just around the corner and lovers everywhere are getting prepared for their day with their significant other. Often we rely on the common gift ideas of roses, chocolate or even a fancy dinner.  However, for those of you wishing to stand out from the crowd, here are some great ideas using video to serenade your Valentine. Serenade her...

Dec 13, 2010

Sony Bloggie™ Touch Camera Review Thank you to Sony and Intel for giving me the opportunity to review this camera. The all new Sony Bloggie™ Touch camera is targeted at those who are looking for a small pocket camcorder. The camera is small, and light weight making it perfect for those who want something they carry in their pocket or purse. The camera boast...

Dec 11, 2010

Intel Canada is having their Get In to Win Contest, with over $20,000 in prizes from Intel, Sony, and other brands to be won. Simply sumbit  a photo or video with the inside story on how you made it, and you could win the grand prize from Intel worth $4,500. Intel Canada has brought me on board to be an Intel Insider. To help give you tips and answer your...