What does digital mean?

Digital is a reference to the type of processing and recording a camera uses. Think of it like this; a cassette player uses analog technology and a CD player uses digital technology. Yes, you can hear music from a cassette player but doesn’t the music from a CD player sound much better and cleaner? Digital cameras give the best image quality, and crystal clear audio.

What is DVD?

DVD (either Digital Video Disc or Digital Versatile Disc) is essentially a CD that can hold audio and video. Unlike a video tape it has an infinite shelf life. DVD also has twice the resolution as a video tape and CD quality audio. By having your Bar/Bat Mitzvah transferred to a DVD you will preserve the video in the same resolution that it was originally recorded in. This is a fairly new process and like anything new there is a premium for it. However we expect the cost of the transfer to be very affordable in the next year or so. That is why it's so important to have your Bar/Bat Mitzvah videotaped digitally. The future of television is digital. If you don't have a DVD player now, you soon will. Whether you have your Bar/Bat Mitzvah transferred to DVD now or later, by having a digital master you will always have the ability to do so.

What does three chip mean?

In a consumer camcorder all the colors that come through the lens are processed by one chip. In a three chip professional camera individual chips process the three primary colors (red, green and blue) separately. This allows the best in picture color and clarity.

What does UHF mean?

One of the primary concerns of a video is sound quality. Will I be able to hear the vows? Will there be any interference? UHF (Ultra High Frequency) microphones are the highest quality in wireless technology. These are the same microphones used by television studios. This will ensure that your video will have crystal clear audio.

Why should I hire a professional videographer?

When it comes to video, many family members may like to lend a hand. Anyone with a video camera can record a wedding or event, but a professional videographer will create a work of art for you. A professional has better equipment, and can edit your video into a finished product that will dazzle you and your family for years. It will be a video you will love to show your family and friends often. The most important aspect of hiring a professional is experience. Professional videographers will most likely be familiar with the location of the ceremony and reception. Therefore we can bring all of our experience to every event and can shoot with confidence.

15 questions you should ask a potential videographer.
Digital Video Productions answers yes to all of them!

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1. Do you record with 3 Chip Digital Cameras?

2. Do you edit digitally?

3. Is the master copy digital?

4. Are the cameras you use small and unobtrusive?

5. Do you use UHF wireless microphones?

6. Do you use small lights?

7. Will my entire video by in Hi-Fi Stereo?

8. Can I choose any background music I want?

9. Are you a WEVA (Wedding and Event Videographers Association) member?

10. Are you a certified PVACT (Professional Videographers Association of Connecticut) member?

11. Are you fully insured?

12. Will my video be completed in two weeks?

13. Will the dance floor be free from obtrusive objects such as ladders and monitors?

14. Can my video be transferred to DVD?

15. Is this a full time business?