Not buying a Canon 5D mkII was definitely the right choice

Posted By Max Burgess

I took one of the hardest decisions (and at the same time, easiest for my wallet) to not upgrade my 5D to a mkII for it's ability to shoot 1080p footage. A brief stroll around the Canon stand at IBC confirmed this decision was right with the ... Continue reading "Not buying a Canon 5D mkII was definitely the right choice" »

September 16, 2009 | Permalink | Comments(0)

Amsterdam 2009 and a new experience

Posted By Max Burgess

Amsterdam in September is normally a busy weekend for me and this year was to prove no different with the addition of this assignment for Post Magazine, to write about what I am finding interesting at this years IBC event. Having been an Avid Media ... Continue reading "Amsterdam 2009 and a new experience" »

September 16, 2009 | Permalink | Comments(0)

Digital cinema cameras

Posted By Max Burgess

The new breed of digital cinema cameras and the workflows that accompany them mean post production has to be much more aware of the camera market than ever before. Updated builds and firmware always have a knock on effect, but understanding different ... Continue reading "Digital cinema cameras" »

September 16, 2009 | Permalink | Comments(0)

Destroying the myth of RED and Final Cut Pro

Posted By Max Burgess

As part of my busy IBC, I was asked by Avid to participate in a Talk on their stand about the Post Production of RED projects and how the Avid workflow has really opened up the format, making it easier and more creative than ever before. Destroying ... Continue reading "Destroying the myth of RED and Final Cut Pro" »

September 14, 2009 | Permalink | Comments(0)

This year’s IBC buzz The Third Dimension

Posted By Max Burgess

Without a shadow of a doubt this years biggest buzz in Amsterdam was 3D technology. From screen makers to camera producers to the companies that edit and finish, there was a 3D demo of some kind to be had everywhere. Before the show began I had been ... Continue reading "This year’s IBC buzz The Third Dimension" »

September 14, 2009 | Permalink | Comments(0)

Avid getting it right at last?

Posted By Max Burgess

Avid announced Media Composer 4.0 and Interplay 2.0 at IBC this year with DS seeing an update to 10.2. Some really nice updates in Media Composer, notably Mix and Match timelines that lets you use different resolutions and frame rates in the same ... Continue reading "Avid getting it right at last?" »

September 14, 2009 | Permalink | Comments(0)

The right agent for your content

Posted By Max Burgess

Root6 Technology showed off version 3 of Content Agent at IBC this year. It is a very useful tool in these days of digital deliveries and client approvals. Billed as a content repurposing and management system, Content Agent lets you put any myriad ... Continue reading "The right agent for your content" »

September 14, 2009 | Permalink | Comments(0)

JVC tops the 3D monitor solutions

Posted By Mark L. Pederson

No surprise that 3D solutions and tools are everywhere at IBC this year. I took a close look at the various 3D monitors and here's what I found: GLASSES-FREE 3D MONITORS: There was a steady crowd around the ALIOSCOPY display in hall 7. In the ... Continue reading "JVC tops the 3D monitor solutions" »

September 13, 2009 | Permalink | Comments(0)

IBC 2009 - Day 1 - Euphonix and Element Technica

Posted By Mark L. Pederson

Perfect weather here in Amsterdam! The show kicked off at 11:00am today - and seemed to me to be as busy as last year. Tomorrow is the day I "dig in" to the show - but I did spend some time at EUPHONIX - a must see booth. Low cost control surfaces ... Continue reading "IBC 2009 - Day 1 - Euphonix and Element Technica" »

September 11, 2009 | Permalink | Comments(0)

SIGGRAPH: Saying goodbye

Posted By John LePore

At 3pm on Thursday, the bagpipes started blaring Amazing Grace over the convention center P.A. signaling the end of the convention and I actually felt a little sad as everyone was ushered out of the main hall. I've had a great week here in The Big ... Continue reading "SIGGRAPH: Saying goodbye" »

August 7, 2009 | Permalink | Comments(0)

SIGGRAPH: 'French Roast' wins in New Orleans

Posted By Dimitris Athos

The SIGGRAPH 09 Computer Animation Festival announced its winners Monday evening and "French Roast," the short film by Fabrice Joubert, won the coveted "Best of Show." The film now qualifies for the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences "Best ... Continue reading "SIGGRAPH: 'French Roast' wins in New Orleans" »

August 5, 2009 | Permalink | Comments(0)

SIGGRAPH: The need for speed

Posted By Randi Altman

The need for speed If there was a theme to be had from SIGGRAPH ‘09, I would, so far, have to say it’s speed. We all know that having computers and apps that process things quickly is the goal and there are a few companies here at the show promising ... Continue reading "SIGGRAPH: The need for speed" »

August 5, 2009 | Permalink | Comments(0)

SIGGRAPH: First day on the floor

Posted By John LePore

Although the show officially began on Tuesday, I had an opportunity to get a sneak peak at a few things Monday afternoon while preparing my presentation at the Maxon booth. I had a chance to see Frank Vitz and Georges Taorres from EA talk about how ... Continue reading "SIGGRAPH: First day on the floor" »

August 5, 2009 | Permalink | Comments(0)

SIGGRAPH: Pre-show observations

Posted By Randi Altman

Yesterday was Post' s first day in New Orleans for SIGGRAPH 2009. It's HOT, but every once in a while it would rain. You would think it might cool things off a bit? No such luck. Popped in to the Nuke User Group where Laika, Blue Sky and Digital ... Continue reading "SIGGRAPH: Pre-show observations" »

August 4, 2009 | Permalink | Comments(0)

SIGGRAPH: A first-timer's trip to The Big Easy

Posted By John LePore

I can't wait to head to Siggraph- I'm looking forward to seeing the show for the first time, visiting New Orleans, and having a chance to geek out without my wife ridiculing me. While I'm at Siggraph, I'll be using this space to post my impressions ... Continue reading "SIGGRAPH: A first-timer's trip to The Big Easy" »

July 31, 2009 | Permalink | Comments(0)

Surround Sound in the October issue - Ron DiCesare

Posted By Post Writers

Currently, I am working on October's Surround Sound feature. Many people don't realize how broad of a term surround sound is. It can mean 5.1, 6.1, 7.1, IMAX, and even 10.2. which uses a total of 12 speakers! What's most interesting to me so far is ... Continue reading "Surround Sound in the October issue - Ron DiCesare" »

July 15, 2009 | Permalink | Comments(0)

NAB 2009

Posted By Jeremy Tchaban

This was my first time attending NAB and I was very excited. Over the past few years I've become a "pseudo-tech head" and I was looking forward to seeing all the gear which could potentially improve our work flow. We were only able to attend the ... Continue reading "NAB 2009" »

April 28, 2009 | Permalink | Comments(0)

3D Editors, Check This Out

Posted By Mark R. Smith

I was walking by Post's booth at the show on Monday afternoon when our own Marc Loftus pointed out a company in an adjoining space and noted its interesting new products. That company, Solana Beach, Calif.-based CineForm, creates high-fidelity ... Continue reading "3D Editors, Check This Out" »

April 23, 2009 | Permalink | Comments(0)

What Caught Your Attention at NAB 2009?

Posted By Mark R. Smith

Now it's over already. While I would rather have stayed to hear the annual Bronx Cheer at 2 p.m. on Thursday afternoon, I had to fly home early this year for work reasons. Damn. Sooooooooo... you've read about a couple of things that caught my eye ... Continue reading "What Caught Your Attention at NAB 2009?" »

April 23, 2009 | Permalink | Comments(0)

RED launches a ROCKET

Posted By Mark L. Pederson

It didn't happen on the show floor. It happened on the world wide web. Last night at midnight Jim Jannard, the owner of Red Digital Cinema announced RED ROCKET on the Reduser.net. But it was well timed - being the night before the REDUSER NAB EVENT ... Continue reading "RED launches a ROCKET" »

April 22, 2009 | Permalink | Comments(0)

NAB 2009: Official Announced Attendance

Posted By Mark R. Smith

Just got the number's from NAB's PR office... the attendance this year is 83,842. That figure includes 23,232 international attendees -- many of whom were mega jet-lagged. That reminds me of a funny story... the first year I came to the how, 1992, I ... Continue reading "NAB 2009: Official Announced Attendance" »

April 21, 2009 | Permalink | Comments(0)

One More Thing

Posted By Mark R. Smith

I met a guy in the lunch line in the press room today and he was talking about this year's attendance, too. He said, nevermind the nation's current economic issues, NAB needs to go back after the folks that used to attend NATPE and reintegrate them ... Continue reading "One More Thing" »

April 21, 2009 | Permalink | Comments(0)

Add Some (Production) Music to Your Day

Posted By Mark R. Smith

Had a few good words with David Gurule and Dennis Dunn from Killer Tracks in L.A. today about trends they've noticed of late. David talked about the move toward the digital distribution of music. He said the house has continued to press CDs and ... Continue reading "Add Some (Production) Music to Your Day" »

April 21, 2009 | Permalink | Comments(0)

3D without Glasses???

Posted By John J. Budion

It seems like Sony is trying to take Digital Cinema to the next level. They are trying to bring the third dimension to home televisions. 3D movies without the glasses in the comfort of your own home. Sounds pretty cool. Apparently, they are still ... Continue reading "3D without Glasses???" »

April 21, 2009 | Permalink | Comments(0)

NAB 2009

Posted By Mark R. Smith

There has been a considerable amount of talk amongst us broadcast tech denizens about what the final announced attendance number will be this year. Last year that figure reached 104,000; the record is 115,000 in 2000. After cruising around on the ... Continue reading "NAB 2009" »

April 20, 2009 | Permalink | Comments(0)