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Posts Tagged ‘HV30’

Compact SoloVJ Gear – Part one

By Cliff Etzel • Mar 11th, 2010 • Category: Equipment

Among my interest in shooting video in the zen like Solo VJ paradigm, I also research quite a bit on the idea of paring down ones possessions as a means of reducing ones clutter, simplifying your life if you will. One area that I’ve taken an interest in is in the realm of what solo [...]


Using Zebra Stripes for Proper Exposure

By Cliff Etzel • Jan 17th, 2009 • Category: Techniques

Learn how to use the Zebra Stripes feature to improve your image quality when shooting video


Why I love shooting with compact HD Camcorders

By Cliff Etzel • May 14th, 2008 • Category: Equipment
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In December of 2007, I finally made the switch from my beloved SONY TRV950′s to a pair of SONY HC7 camcorders. Having shot with them intermittently since that time, I’ve come to appreciate, even love, shooting with them.