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Don't wait another day!

Mon, 29 Sep 2008 00:00:01 GMT

Don't wait another day!

Eric Lerner from Tel-Aviv, Israel

If you own a PMW-EX1 Sony camcorder, and you aren't a professional director of photography (well, even if you are), this 2-pack DVD set is a must see. I say this not because the explanation of the camera is incredibly deep, but because no matter who you are, this DVD will surely teach you at least one or two new things about the EX1 that you would otherwise never find out, and just that fact is worth the money and time. The DVDs are well designed and easy to watch and understand with just the right examples and demonstrations. On the other hand, it is made clear throughout the DVD that some subjects such as photography terms will not be covered in the DVD, and so beginner camcorder owners/operators might be left scratching their heads over some of the terms and advices that are used and expressed through-out the lecture. Read more

Waaaay to pricey !

Thu, 20 Nov 2008 00:00:01 GMT

Waaaay to pricey !

progres from norway

But this is indeed a very good dvd for learning about the EX1 camera and it's related workflow. Both the fundamentals and the more advanced features are well covered - but personally I miss some more comments on tweaking the EX1's picture profile settings. Also - I'd like to see more examples on workflow in post when using Premiere Pro ( Sony Vegas and FC and Sonys Clip browser well documented) But otherwise, all in all this is a DVD that have saved me - a non pro - hours of time figuring out how things work. Vortex Media's "mastering DVD" should be enclosed for a rebated price when purchasing such a camera - I guess there is quite a number of non professionals ( and even profressionals?) that would benefit from this //* home_class_more_than_introducory_Dvd Read more

This Should Come With Every PMW-EX1

Mon, 28 Jan 2008 00:00:01 GMT

This Should Come With Every PMW-EX1

Bob from New Jersey

We own two PWM-EX1 camcorders and keep them at different locations. After watching only 4 chapters of this program, I decided to order a second copy. No owner of the PMW-EX1 should be without this program. The learning curve on this camera is steep enough that when we got ours last month, I briefly thought about making our own video to quickly bring our freelance cameramen up to speed. Then I found this program and ordered it. I couldn't have come close. Doug's instruction is well thought-out and presented in an orderly manner. He also gives an honest evaluation of the camera’s features and how to take advantage of them as he goes. His explanation of the postproduction workflow is easy to follow and understand. If you are new to the tapeless production process, this is a good place to begin. In my opinion, if you buy a PMW-EX1 without ordering this program, you are making a mistake. Read more

Great learning tool

Mon, 18 May 2009 00:00:01 GMT

Great learning tool

Tamerlane from Hamilton, OH

This DVD takes the complexity out of understanding and learning how to use a professional camcorder. Clearly, one of the best DVD instructional videos I have ever watched. I am now more confident that I can operate this camcorder and will be purchasing it shortly. The best thing about this DVD is that it shows you how to use the camcorder and provides actual settings for maximum efficiency. The only thing that the DVD initially lacked for me, is that it did not go into enough post production detail for a particular editing software I was about to get; however, after watching this DVD I decided to get the editing software that he spent the most time on and I am glad I did. Clealy five stars. Read more

Superb how-to-do-it at my own pace

Tue, 20 May 2008 00:00:01 GMT

Superb how-to-do-it at my own pace

JustinJames from Pietermaritzburg South Africa

I have just finished working through the two DVDs on the SONY PMW EX1. I cannot get over what a superb production it is. Not being one to use a manual unless everything has gone completely pear shaped, I found this easy route through the intricacies of this complicated camera and its workflow to be painless and informative. The best part of it all was that I could take it at my pace, I could stop it all while I tried it on my camera, I could get the presenter to repeat the material, all the while learning a whole range of new things about videography which I knew existed but didn't dare try because the steps seemed too daunting. I suspect I shall produce better videos now and not just because the camera is better than the PD170 and the DSR250 I have always used. The best part of the whole thing was the presentation of the methods of transfer from the SxS card into my 17" MacBookPro - just like Doug on the screen. Tomorrow morning not just a new chapter in my life will begin, but a … Read more