People who try really hard to be funny rarely are, and on-camera hosts "Frank" and "Christie" who trade one-liners with something less than exquisite timing, try really hard in this so-so camcorder first aid course. In no particular order the program does indeed offer 101 tips and hints some of which are good (send a "video letter"), and many of which are obvious (pan slowly to avoid a chaotic looking scene). On the plus side, however, there is some useful information here on a wide variety of topics: tripods, being aware of temperature changes, different kinds of microphones, audio dubbing, white balancing, lenses, shooting school plays and weddings, etc. No great shakes on the production end, but there are some helpful tips and the subject is a popular one. An optional purchase. (Available from: New Age Video, 62 Union Ave., Center Moriches, NY 11934; (516) 878-2096.)
101 Tips & Hints On Using Your Camcorder
(1992) 56 min. $24.95. New Age Video. Public performance rights included. Color cover. Vol. 7, Issue 9
101 Tips & Hints On Using Your Camcorder
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