"Mastering the Sony HVR-Z7U and HVR-S270" is the easiest way to learn both the fundamentals and advanced features of the new Sony Z7U, Z5U, FX1000, and S270 camcorders.

This 3-hour, 2-DVD workshop includes tutorials, step-by-step examples, and detailed instructions covering the most important aspects of camera setup, menus, shooting techniques, exposure, the Memory Recording Unit, picture profiles, time-code, assign buttons, shutter speed, special effects, color correction, camera profiles, digital photos, audio, lens options, focus marking, shot transitions, clip importing, white balance, and even how to choose a recording format. This DVD will pay for itself many times over by saving you hours of time figuring out things on your own.

This is a completely independent production with no participation, sponsorship, input, or approval from Sony -- so it delivers unbiased information and professional advice that can't be found in the owner's manual.

Like all Vortex Media training DVDs, this workshop has been carefully researched, planned and scripted (not presented as"live" or ad lib). This DVD was produced by professionals with years of broadcast-level experience who have the knowledge to recognize what's important about the Z7U and how to teach it without getting bogged down in jargon or unnecessary technical details.

Topics Include:
Lens options
Tips for setting exposure accurately
Operating the Memory Recording Unit
Suggested Picture Profile settings
Suggested focusing techniques
Recommended settings for the Assign Buttons
Suggestions for time-code settings
Warnings about some features and settings to avoid
Suggested Shutter Speeds for various recording modes
Taking Digital Photos
Focus Marking
Examples and demonstrations of different lens options
Recording slow-motion
Getting a perfect white balance
Comparisons of various shooting modes
Managing Camera Profiles
Post-Production Overview
Understanding the Menus
Audio settings
Cache Recording
Loop Recording

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