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CAPTURE ARTICLES

Updated ! What I've Learned about HDV
Trying to get up to speed on HDV quickly. This article gives you a primer on the current status of HDV - what's good, what's bad, and what you need to know.  (Published: Apr. 2006 - Updated: Jun. 2008 ; Final Cut Pro v. 5.0x)

Monitoring Audio During Capture
Normally, audio is monitored off your deck or camera. However, if you need to listen to the audio during capture, Final Cut turns it off by default. This short tip shows you how to turn it on. (Published: May 2008 ; Final Cut Pro v. 5.0x, 5.1x, 6)

Shooting 24 fps Video
Lots has been written about the benefits - or lack thereof - in shooting 24 fps video. Here's a quick look at a complex subject. (Published: Apr. 2008 ; Final Cut Pro v. HD, 5.0x, 5.1x, 6)

Using Final Cut Pro for Live Recording
Final Cut is not, generally, used for live recording. However, in this article, discover how one reader uses it for live recording and simultaneous playback. (Published: Mar. 2008 ; Final Cut Pro v. 5.0x, 5.1x, 6)

Updated ! Capturing Multiple Cameras to One Mac
In this article, learn how you can capture two simultaneous, real-time video feeds into one computer and get them ready for editing. (Published: Jan. 2008 - Updated: Jan. 2008)

Improving Quality on 8mm Film Transfers
Getting the most from old 8mm film is the subject of this article. Here are six steps you can use to improve the look of your film transfers. (Published: Jan. 2008)

Enhancing Old Film Transfers
We can't always use the latest video technology to capture our images. Sometimes, historical footage requires a film transfer. In this article are some tips you can use to make your film transfers look better.  (Published: Oct. 2007 ; Final Cut Pro v. 4, 5.0x, 5.1x, 6)

A Faster Way to Import Clips
John Gallagher sent in this tip illustrating a high-speed way to import clips into Final Cut Pro.  (Published: Aug. 2007 ; Final Cut Pro v. 4, HD, 5.0x, 5.1x, 6)

Capturing Video from an iSight Camera
Even an iSight camera can be pressed into service for capturing video when nothing better is available. This tutorial shows you how fast and easy this can be.  (Published: May 2007 ; Final Cut Pro v. 5.0x, 5.1x)

Technique: Setting Proper Video Black Levels
Folks that have worked with video for a long time are often confused about where to set the black level for digital video. This article explains what you need to know -- and, relax, it isn't that hard. (Published: Oct. 2006 ; Final Cut Pro v. 4, HD, 5.0x)