Lightworks Enters the Open Phase
Lightworks, the veteran among editing programs, was announced as open source last year – and is now publicly available for anyone to test free of charge.
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Shoes Danced Through
It is hard to sit still during this film: DP is giving away three Blu-rays of the successful stereoscopic dance film “StreetDance 3D”.
Win “Vincent Wants to Sea” and “Tiger-Team”
DIGITAL PRODUCTION is giving away three Blu-rays each of “Tiger-Team” and “Vincent Wants to Sea” as part of the current reader survey.
Dream Team Tom Cruise and Cameron Diaz
More action. More thrills. More fun. Together with Twentieth Century Fox Home Entertainment, DP is giving away two Blu-rays of “Knight and Day” as a seven-minute-longer extended cut.
2 Highlights from the FOX Limited Cinedition
DP is giving away two films from the new FOX Limited Cinedition: one Blu-ray of Ridley Scott’s “Kingdom of Heaven” and one Blu-ray of the elaborately restored cult film “The Rocky Horror Picture Show”.
Let Yourself Be Enchanted!
Walt Disney Studios, producer Jerry Bruckheimer and director Jon Turteltaub present THE SORCERER’S APPRENTICE. DP is giving away three DVDs for the DVD and Blu-ray sales launch on January 13, 2011.
Football from Another Planet
What do former elite footballers Pelé, Franz Beckenbauer, Carlos Alberto and Giorgio Chinaglia have in common? With a little luck, you can find out by taking part in the DP reader survey. Five DVDs of the documentary “Football from Another Planet” are being given away.
Shrek – The Complete Story
The green ogre has been causing trouble on cinema and television screens at home for many years. To mark the DVD and Blu-ray release of “Shrek Forever After” (November 25, 2010), DP is giving away the complete saga once.
After Effects Rescue Script
Adobe After Effects on Mac OS X is ahead of Windows computers when it comes to clever features: a tool saves the current project at the moment After Effects freezes.
Sony’s First Digital Super 35 mm (Update)
Sony’s new “PMW-F3” camcorder is intended to make the digital workflow with a 35-mm sensor viable for small productions and, thanks to its compact design and what the manufacturer calls high quality, usable from commercial shoots to indie films. (Now with camera test videos)
Super 35 mm from Sony
Sony announces a new lineup – and, unlike the usual market clamour, the existing 35mm line has been neatly doubled. In addition to the flagship F35 and the SRW-9000PL, it includes two new models with 35mm sensors, either on the market or announced.
Robin Hood Fights in Your Home
If you take part in the DP reader survey! DP is giving away three Blu-rays of cult director Ridley Scott’s new version of the classic Robin Hood. Look forward to a Robin Hood story away from the familiar material, visual shots and an exciting making-of.
DP Gives Away “A Christmas Carol” and “Toy Story 3”
Participants in the current reader survey can once again win great prizes. This time, the package includes three Blu-rays each with two fantastic stories.
Short Film Becomes Feature Film
The short film “Alma” by Spanish director Rodrigo Blaas is being expanded into a feature film by DreamWorks – with Guillermo del Toro (Hellboy, Pan’s Labyrinth) set to serve as producer.
The 3D Wave Apparently Has Not Arrived Yet
The market research institute DisplaySearch examined sales in the 3D year 2010, with a fairly clear result. Hype or no hype, Avatar or no Avatar, buyers are not yet enthusiastic.
Getting Started with Anaglyph 3D
Stereographers are the professional surfers of the 3D wave. If you too want to tame the wave with your board, Hani Mohammadi introduces you to the red/cyan system and how to set it up in 3ds Max.
RTT in the Fast Lane
Realtime Technology AG (RTT) seems to be doing things right – on the list of the “50 fastest-growing companies,” the visualisation specialist ranked 30th across Germany’s technology sector.
October 22 Is World Dragon Day
One week from today, Paramount Home Entertainment is holding a live-streaming event on Facebook to mark the release of “How to Train Your Dragon”!
Jib Arm for Professional Pans with DSLRs
Filming with a DSLR is a fine thing – if only clean pans were possible beyond the Steadicam. With the DSLR Light Jib, ABC Products wants to enable every DSLR filmmaker to make clean pans from December.
Ballhaus Up Close
To mark the opening of the cinematography department at HFF Munich, not only will “Gangs of New York” be shown, but cinematography legend Michael Ballhaus will also drop by in person for a conversation.
Backup Is Half the Battle
Tapeless workflows in film and video bring many advantages, but they also introduce new risks. The subject of backup and archiving is becoming increasingly important.
Render Farms for Transcoding with Episode 6
A new version of Episode is intended to transcode video files as the only platform- and operating-system-spanning software-based tool. And it does so in any environment, from a single workstation to a server farm.
Exciting Film Evenings Guaranteed
With a little luck, participants in the reader survey can bridge the long winter evenings well: DP is giving away “From Paris with Love,” “Californication, Season 2” and the comedy “She’s Out of My League.” The closing date for entries is October 26, 2010.
Take Part Now and Win
Participants in the current DP reader survey can once again win many current films, including “Oceans,” “How to Train Your Dragon” and “Mai Mai Miracle,” as well as a DVD and a soundtrack of “When We Leave.” The closing date for entries is October 26, 2010.
DP Gives Away a FOX Film Package
Look forward to “Fantastic Mr. Fox,” “12 Rounds,” “Jennifer’s Body” and “Date Night” – DP is giving away these titles as part of its current reader survey. The closing date for entries is October 26, 2010.
DSLR Filmmaking Course Book for Free
Filming with a DSLR? That is not news, but have you tried it yet? If not, we found a free ebook that covers all the fundamentals – especially the camera-specific tools and the changed workflow. And completely free of charge!
3D Gets Stylish
For everyone who likes watching stereoscopic films but feels silly in the angular glasses, eyewear manufacturer Oakley is now launching a “3D Eyewear” series.
IBC 2010: Capturing and Grading with Blackmagic Design
At IBC 2010, the Australian companny announced the current DeckLink HD Extreme 3D capture and playback card. DaVinci Resolve 7 is also available for Mac OS X.
IBC 2010: Edius 6
Software developer Grass Valley has presented the latest version of the multi-format editing program Edius 6. Format management, timeline handling and bandwidth in particular have been improved. Users can easily edit everything natively, from HD to 4K cinema resolution.
IBC 2010: Vegas Pro 10 Simplifies 3D Editing
The 32- and 64-bit versions of Vegas Pro 10 offer tools for editing 3D material, among other things. The software also includes new functions for captions, expanded video and audio effects, a more efficient workflow and an improved user interface.
IBC 2010: AJA Connects Everything
A paperback-sized flash recorder with SDI, HDMI, LAN, XLR and CF? Yes! AJA introduces the new Ki Pro Mini.
IBC 2010: SpycerBox Flex from DVS
At IBC, DVS presented the youngest member of the SpycerBox family. The central media hub SpycerBox Flex is equipped with the latest SAS technology and is intended to double the previous capacity.
IBC 2010: Archiving Video Data
Blu-ray Discs are becoming established as a medium for video archiving – Rimage Europe is showing efficient solutions for the long-term preservation of digital video recordings at IBC 2010.
IBC 2010: Tapeless Workflow and Accelerated GPU
For the Premiere Pro CS5 video-editing solution, software manufacturer Adobe has improved the handling of tapeless workflows and accelerated the GPU.
IBC 2010: NVIDIA 3D Digital Video Pipeline
Graphics-card manufacturer NVIDIA presented its new Quadro Digital Video Pipeline at IBC 2010.
IBC 2010: New Products from Cinegy
Cinegy is launching the new Cinegy Capture product family at IBC 2010.
IBC 2010: Solutions for 3D Broadcasting
At this year’s IBC, PNY Technologies and NVIDIA are showing end-to-end solutions for 3D broadcasting together with their partners.
IBC 2010: Penta Presents the HD2 line PRO Display Series
At the IBC broadcast trade fair in Amsterdam, Penta Studiotechnik is presenting the HD2 line PRO display series for the first time.
IBC 2010: Flexible Full-HD Cameras from Canon
With the new XF105 and XF100 models, Canon is presenting its smallest camcorders to date with an MPEG-2 Full HD codec (50 Mbps, 4:2:2). The compact Full-HD cameras are aimed primarily at mobile use requiring flexibility and feature many of the capabilities of the XF300 series introduced in the first quarter of this year.
IBC 2010: Extreme Slow Motion with the Weisscam HS-2 MKII
The Weisscam HS-2 stand-alone multipurpose camera is available under the new model designation HS-2 MK II.
IBC 2010: G-Speed RAID Solutions with High-Quality Hard Drives
G-Technology from Hitachi will install Hitachi UltrastarTM hard drives in the G-Speed RAID series for professional audio and video users.
IBC 2010: Atomix Boards with Expanded SDK in Amsterdam
At IBC 2010 in Amsterdam, DVS will present the latest capabilities of the SDK for the Atomix-series video boards. The kit now also supports the QuickTime SDK and permits direct integration into Final Cut Pro.
cinec – International Trade Fair for Cine Equipment and Technology
Stereo 3D is on everyone's lips, but the future of film technology holds much more: around 170 manufacturers present innovations at cinec in Munich.
Broadcast Information Portal
BroadPress.de is a young German-language online magazine covering national and international developments in broadcasting and digital media.
ATI Catalyst Update
AMD's Catalyst graphics driver is available in version 10.8, adding OpenGL ES 2.0 support and performance gains for game graphics.
Mini Rigs for Video DSLRs
Redrock Micro's “nano rigs” are small stabilisers and mounts designed for mobile DSLR filmmakers working on compact productions.
A Notebook for Filmmakers
Professional equipment is often heavy, unwieldy and expensive. Sanyo's small new handycam offers acceptable features for work on the move.
Autodesk Mudbox – Free Basic Course
These videos introduce Mudbox 2011's new features together with the fundamentals of modelling.
Book Review: Lighting in People and Portrait Photography
Friedrun Reinhold's book primarily covers flash photography and how individual light modifiers affect people and portrait images.
Book Review: Canon EOS 5D Mark II
This book explains what Canon's full-frame DSLR can do and how to get the most from its much-discussed HD capabilities.
The Monsters Are Coming Back
Walt Disney Pictures is marking major dates in the calendar: Monsters, Inc. 2 arrives in cinemas on November 2, 2012.
Arte Goes 3D
No one escapes 3D, not even the Creature from the Black Lagoon: Arte will show two film classics in anaglyph 3D.
Media Storage from Avid
Avid's ISIS 5000 storage system targets smaller television broadcasters with an open structure, straightforward administration and high performance.
Panasonic Presents Personal 3D
The DXG-5D7V can now be pre-ordered with a matching monitor, offering personal 3D filmmaking for 600 dollars.
Old Friends Return to the Screen
Warner Brothers' Looney Tunes characters return, animated for the times but still completely unhinged.
SIGGRAPH 2010: Networked Motion-Capture Camera for $1,900
OptiTrack's S50e may be the least expensive dedicated motion-capture camera, with onboard processing, 250 fps and square SVGA resolution.
SIGGRAPH 2010: Stereoscopy from Nvidia
With 3D Vision Pro, Nvidia aims to give engineers, designers and architects convenient stereoscopy through wireless shutter glasses.
Apple iMac and Display Update
Apple has introduced the latest version of its iMacs and new 27-inch Cinema Displays.
Storyteller: Michael Bay in 3D
While Transformers 3 is filming, Michael Bay's “The Institute” is preparing to bring Hansel and Gretel to the screen in 3D.
DP Congratulates Twentieth Century Fox on Its 25th Anniversary
To mark the traditional studio's birthday, DP is giving away five titles from the Twentieth Century Fox Home Entertainment portfolio.
An “Avatar” for Home
In the current reader survey, you can win a Blu-ray of the blockbuster “Avatar”.
DP Gives Away 3 “Alice in Wonderland” DVDs
Complete the current reader survey for a chance to watch Tim Burton's mad story again at home. DP wishes you luck.
Emerging-Talent Support from FilmFernsehFonds
Macromedia University graduates are now recognised by the FFF emerging-talent programme and can apply for its increased €1.6 million fund.
Matrox PowerDesk for M-Series Graphics Cards
A new Matrox tool manages multiple monitors, including regions, split views and large monitor arrays.
Camcorder with Interchangeable Lenses
Sony's €2,000 NEX-VG10E camcorder arrives in September with an APS-C sensor, interchangeable mount and 14.2-megapixel stills.
YouTube Now with 4K Resolution
The YouTube video portal has increased the maximum resolution of streamed videos. Provided suitable material is available, films can now be shown with up to 4096 pixels.
Final Sprint for the Short Film Festival
Under the name “kurz und schön,” the international short-film competition for commercials, motion design and short films by young creatives is entering the final sprint. Submissions are only possible until July 30.
3D Projector with Dual Lamps from Christie
Anyone who cannot decide which 3D projection system they want should perhaps take a closer look at the Christie Mirage WU7K-M. The compact 6,300-lumen projector combines a total of three 3D input systems.
Strong Response to Wellen+Nöthen’s 3D Roadshow
Quantel presents the German premiere of a stereo 3D workflow.
Film Festival Premiere
Fassbinder classic digitally restored with the involvement of Michael Ballhaus.
Burning Blu-ray Discs Is Now Much Faster
Primera duplication systems now have eSATA connections.
World Cup Match Germany–Ghana Live in 3D in German Cinemas
Football fans in Germany and Switzerland can look forward to it. The decisive match for reaching the round of 16, as well as eight further fixtures, are scheduled for cinema transmission.
MotionWorks Produces “Fanta Vier” Concert Trailer in S3D
The trailer starts in cinemas on Tuesday, June 22.
New Features for WEISSCAM HS-2
The standalone multipurpose WEISSCAM HS-2 camera now has a wide range of new features. These enable special images to be recorded in even better quality and turn the WEISSCAM HS-2 into the WEISSCAM HS-2 MK II.
Football World Cup in 3D from Sony Professional
At the 2010 FIFA World Cup in South Africa, 25 matches will be recorded with 3D technology from Sony Professional in June and July 2010.
Sales Records, Top Films and the Third Dimension
Avatar and the football World Cup are driving Blu-ray market penetration. Blu-ray Group Deutschland published an interview on the status quo and trends in high-definition technology.
QVC Also Relies on Quantel in Italy
The leading teleshopping provider chooses the sQ Enterprise server system for its efficiency and speed.
Research Project on Long-Term Archiving of Digital Productions
CinePostproduction and the Institute for Communications Technology at the Technical University of Braunschweig are collaborating on the cooperative project “Long-Term Archiving of Digital Image and Audio Data on 35 mm Motion-Picture Film.”
A Better Picture with RTT PictureBook 5.5 and RTT PowerHouse 1.5
Realtime Technology (RTT) AG provides greater clarity in the image jungle: with the new RTT PictureBook 5.5, multimedia assets can be managed more easily and efficiently than ever before.
Sonnet Fusion DX800RAID in Use at Future Cut Productions
The RAID SATA storage system with eight hard drives combines high performance and data security.
“The Ultimate Wave Tahiti 3D” at the 1st Munich Surf Festival
The premiere of the world's first 3D surf film, “The Ultimate Wave Tahiti 3D,” takes place at Forum Kino on June 4, 2010.
clipflakes.tv 1.0 Launches
clipflakes.tv ends beta phase / Relaunch with 2.2 million videos in the search index / Real-time access to hundreds of millions of videos on the web.
Highlights of the Munich International Short Film Festival
This year once again, during cinema week from June 17 to 23 at the Gloria Palast on Stachus, the MUNICH INTERNATIONAL short film festival provides the perfect prelude to the “big” Munich Film Festival that follows from June 25.
proFLEXX Projection Paints Shine at Europa-Park
One of the largest and most modern multimedia installations has been put into operation in the “GAZPROM Experience World – Adventure Energy” at Europa-Park in Rust near Freiburg. According to the manufacturer, the projection surfaces offer the optimum blend of brightness and contrast thanks to their proFLEXX paint coating.
A Diverse Range of Films Around the Clock
As part of the current online reader survey for issue 3, Digital Production is giving away three three-month LOVEFiLM subscriptions, each including the new film encyclopaedia.
Win Two Film Packages: Cherry Blossoms – Hanami and Desert Flower
As part of the current reader survey, DP is giving away one Cherry Blossoms – Hanami Blu-ray and soundtrack, as well as one Desert Flower DVD and soundtrack.
Arthur and the Minimoys 2 – The Return of Evil M
As part of the current reader survey, Digital Production is giving away three DVDs of Luc Besson's fantasy saga.
DP Gives Away Three “Minority Report” Blu-rays
With a little luck, DP readers can experience even more action, suspense and special effects in Steven Spielberg's action-packed sci-fi thriller “Minority Report.” The current reader survey for issue 3 is available on the DP website. The editorial team is keeping its fingers crossed.
Win “Water and Soap”
In the current reader survey for issue 3, DP is giving away three DVDs of the award-winning documentary “Water and Soap.”
Imagion AG Produces First European 3D Blu-ray Disc
“Grand Canyon Adventure” 3D Blu-ray Disc with BD-Live presented at Mediatech in Frankfurt
Sonnet Announces Availability of the Fusion Fibre-for-4 Package
It offers the complete storage solution for collaborative video editing
DCI Mastering with DVS at Mosfilm
Mosfilm, Europe’s largest film group, has chosen CLIPSTER. In Moscow, the DI workstation replaces the previous DCI mastering process and gives Mosfilm greater flexibility and speed within its workflows.
Christie Invites Visitors to MicroTiles Day with vertigo systems and Videlco
Since their European market launch in January, Christie MicroTiles have already generated lively interest. Reason enough for the company to dedicate a day of their own to this completely new product.
26th Hamburg International Short Film Festival
From June 1 to 7, around 300 short films from all over the world will be shown in the various competitions and special programmes.
DivX Plus HD Technology in Panasonic’s 2010 3D Blu-ray Disc Players
Enjoy DivX Plus HD (MKV) video up to 1080p on Panasonic’s new and innovative Blu-ray players.
LifeSize Presents New Streaming and Recording Solution for HD Video Conferences
LifeSize Video Center combines real-time recording and streaming with automatic publication of HD content.
“AVATAR” Breaks All Records
Avatar – The Journey to Pandora launches in Germany, Austria and worldwide with gigantic record sales of the Blu-ray and DVD.
Hamburg International Short Film Festival
From June 1 to 7, numerous excellent short films will once again be shown.