Our new Html 5 video player is not only compatible with all major browsers (IE, Firefox, Safari, Chrome, and Opera), it also has features that you'd expect in any video player including full screen support and the ability to change versions while playing without missing a beat. The new player is also compatible with mobile devices.
Over the last few months we have been inspired by (and in awe of) the incredible talent we see on ExposureRoom. So much so that we were inspired to do something really special to celebrate this talent.
We have rearranged a few things and added a few things. You now have a new "Preferences" (Pref.) menu option under - Me > Account. The following is the list of new preferences and their description. We hope you find these to be really cool features.
Tags: Enhancement ExposureRoom Member Website Themes
Well, we’ve finally done it! We’ve given ExposureRoom a brand new look and navigation system. The whole effort has been a grueling yet extremely satisfying 4 month affair. I hope most if not everyone will love the outcome of this effort.
While many websites scramble to show off their html 5 video capabilities, ExposureRoom says, Not Yet. There are a few reasons for this, but first you need to understand a few things so you can better judge what it is you really want and if you think ExposureRoom should support Html 5 video.
This one is for all you gadget and superb quality HD video freaks. ExposureRoom is thrilled to announce that we support the iPad. So when you get your iPad be sure to browse and watch ExposureRoom videos on your shiny new toy.
I'm sure a lot of ExposureRoom members will be absolutely thrilled to hear that we now support the iPhone and other mobile devices (and we do it better than anyone else).
At ExposureRoom we believe Audio is as Important as Video. That is the audio in a video is important, and so we've made some feature enhancements to videos on ExposureRoom.
ExposureRoom now has an Apple Touch Icon. So when you book mark an ExposureRoom page on your iPhone, you'll see your book marked page identified with the ExposureRoom apple touch icon.
A new feature on ExposureRoom allows you to leave Voice/Audio Comments for Video Assets using your iPhone, or any cell phone or computer. So get your voice heard and leave an audio comment instead of text!
The next time you're editing you videos make a note of the time code of the frame you'd like as the thumbnail that best represents your video because we now provide a way for you to specify the time code at the time of uploading your video or anytime during or after the transcoding process. How cool is that!
Due to member demand (and I do mean demand) we modified the XR Video player to allow sizing.
Before I go on I'd like to say, "Be careful of what you ask for".
We've been working a re-designing XR. So far we have a few pages as samples. Once we get past the initial design concepts and components we'll start work on the rest of the website and release the new design to production.
The new Video Player is now officially released on XR and also available when you get embed codes for your videos as well as via the Word Press (dynamic) plug-in
Tags: Converting Video Clips for Editing Video Editing Software
H.264 is a finishing format that does not lend itself easily to editing purposes.
Instead, follow Philip's brief tutorial that shows you how to import and convert your video clips to an "editing-friendly" format.
Will the new 35mm DSLR's replace the beloved 35mm video adaptors? Read this article by Philip Bloom in which he compares using such a camera to the use of a 35mm adaptor.
Tags: Editing Magic Bullet Looks Philip Bloom Video Editing Software Videography Tutorial
Philip Bloom's tutorial of "Magic Bullet Looks" demonstrates some of the techniques to using this intuitive software tool. At the end you'll see the results of this editing session in a split screen which compares the pre-edited with post-edited versions of his film "Return to Dungenness".
After watching this excellent review by Philip Bloom, you will know exactly what you need to do to get the ultimate shallow DOF-enhanced quality for your films.
Tags: HD Camera Panasonic Video Camera Philip Bloom Video Camera
Don't miss this review of the Panasonic HPX 301e by Philip Bloom, especially if you're in the market for an affordable, high-featured and comfortable video cam!
When viewing a video or photo or listening to music on ExposureRoom, did you ever want to know more about the equipment that was used to create it? Now you can learn more!
Tags: Defaults Download of Original Editing Assets Member Profile
Now you may allow the downloading of the original file to visitors (non-members). This setting will remain in place even for assets that are password-protected. Also, there is a new "defaults" area of your member profile. See how to change these settings!
Now you can conveniently send links to your favorite assets to friends and acquaintances by using the new "Send Link by Email" feature! Read more about this new feature.
We're going to be introducing a new feature that will allow members to define a custom or tiny urls for their assets and albums (and will be extended to work for portfolios when they are introduced).
Tags: Aspect Ratio CinemaScope Letterboxing Video Encoding
A new feature that allows you to crop your videos to remove Letterboxing, such as when you want to crop an HD video to CinemaScope aspect. This article pertains to the Crop feature ExposureRoom members have available to them at the time of uploading their assets.
Many people have signed up thinking that ExposureRoom is the place to host their videos. For many, it is not that place. Read about the type of video that IS in keeping with our mission, and what is NOT.
This tutorial shows you how to set up the Tiffen Steadicam Merlin handheld camera stabilizer for use with the Canon XHA1. Achieve the perfect balance for your video camera so that you can keep up with the action.
The first impression is everything. An attractive thumbnail that represents your videos will draw people to watch them. You’ve always had the option to upload an image to use as the thumbnail that best represents your video, but we’re going it make it even simpler.
In this article Steven Dempsey presents a checklist of what to do when recording your video, covering aspects of focusing, recording sound, panning the camera, accessories to buy, and more.
Tags: Comments Constructive Critiques Learning From Comments
In this article, Steven Dempsey discusses how to build the ExposureRoom Community as a place to learn and teach.
If you're posting a video, how do you elicit and then be open-minded about comments and reviews of your work.
For viewers who would comment and review, how do you approach your "job" in a thoughtful and constructive manner.
Steven Dempsey shares his insights on making an effective Demo Reel. Pick up valuable pointers from his discussion of what to do and what to avoid when making a Demo Reel.
What you get is the ability to choose between two primary themes (for now). We call these themes, “Original” and “Earth”. The Earth theme will be the default theme, meaning that new visitors will see this theme. Both visitors and members can choose a specific theme and from that point on, they’ll see ExposureRoom in that theme until they choose to change it. Within a theme, you can choose between fonts as well as the font size. We think this will satisfy almost all members/visitors, and we really hope you like the new look.
You can now password-protect your asset! It's all available from the Privacy Control area of the website when Uploading an asset, and Editing an existing asset.
Tags: Popular Equipment Popular Tags Searching Assets
Simpler Searching! Read about two new pages available from the Search Menu, "Popular Tags" and "Popular Equipment". By simply clicking on a tag or an equipment name from a "Tag Cloud", you’ll see a search result of all assets that have been so tagged.
As another way to see the assets on ExposureRoom we thought members/visitors might like to see assets that are "Now Playing". This feature allows assets to pop back into the limelight as it doesn't matter how long ago the asset was uploaded. If someone is watching it, it will show up on this page. No, we don't tell you who's watching it :)
Ryan E. Walters begins his Tutorial series on Lighting. Don't miss this first installment describing how and why to use certain lighting techniques for interviews.
A minor enhancement has been made to the email notification that members receive when comments are made to assets (video, photo, or music), journals (blog, tutorial, review or article) or there is a new post in a newsgroup.
Some members have asked for a feature called "Private Screening Room" and we believe this is a good idea and plan to implement this feature. We’d like your participation in finalizing a set of requirement (software term) for this features. Please join us in a newsgroup discussion and tell us what features you'd like to see and the kinds of controls you'd like to have.
As a member you have the ability to write Journals. At ExposureRoom a “journal” is the term we use for Blogs, Tutorials, Articles and Reviews collectively. We are a democracy at ExposureRoom so treat your journals as your very own personal journals. Feel free to write about anything. Your journals are publically accessible and we publish your posts to over 60 blog directories as soon as you click “Publish” to take advantage of this and become famous!