”The Ultimate Guide to Digital Video” helps you create a strategy to make better-quality videos first and then edit them into accessible, fun, and creative projects your family will love and cherish. In five easy-to-read chapters, award-winning photographer, filmmaker, and author Richard Olsenius demystifies the world of digital video for the novice and shares helpful hints from his 35 years of filming which are truly helpful for the more experienced videographer. In the first chapter, Olsenius explains the bevy of choices when buying a camcorder and how to pick the right one for you. He also explains the range of accessory items available and which ones are right for you. In the seond chapter, Olsenius explains how to shoot a better video including the ideas you need to formulate beforehand and then the technical skills you need to master with your camera. He also shares techniques he uses in his own film.In the third chapter he explains the downloading and editing process with helpful directions, screengrabs and step-by step instructions for both MAC and PC formats. Finally, Olsenius explains the many ways to share video these days including YouTube.com, podcasts, websites, e-mail, et al.