Settings22.2
22.2 or Hamasaki 22.2 (named after Kimio Hamasaki, a senior research engineer at NHK Science & Technology Research Laboratories in Japan) is the surround sound component of Ultra High Defi...
22.2 or Hamasaki 22.2 (named after Kimio Hamasaki, a senior research engineer at NHK Science & Technology Research Laboratories in Japan) is the surround sound component of Ultra High Defi...
22.2 surround sound
22.2 or Hamasaki 22.2 (named after Kimio Hamasaki, a senior research engineer at NHK Science & Technology Research Laboratories in Japan) is the surround sound component of Ultra High Defi...
22.2 or Hamasaki 22.2 (named after Kimio Hamasaki, a senior research engineer at NHK Science & Technology Research Laboratories in Japan) is the surround sound component of Ultra High Defi...
35 mm film
35 mm film is the film gauge most commonly used for chemical still photography and motion pictures.
35 mm film is the film gauge most commonly used for chemical still photography and motion pictures.
3D@Home Consortium
The 3D@Home Consortium was founded in 2008 by 22 founding members, including digital media corporations like Disney, Philips, Samsung and Universal Studios.
The 3D@Home Consortium was founded in 2008 by 22 founding members, including digital media corporations like Disney, Philips, Samsung and Universal Studios.
4K resolution
4K is an emerging standard for resolution in digital cinematography and computer graphics.
4K is an emerging standard for resolution in digital cinematography and computer graphics.
8:5
16:10, also known as 8:5 is an aspect ratio mostly used for computer displays.
16:10, also known as 8:5 is an aspect ratio mostly used for computer displays.
A3D
A3D was a technology developed by Aureal Semiconductor for use in their Vortex line of PC sound chips to deliver three-dimensional sound through headphones, two or even four speakers.
A3D was a technology developed by Aureal Semiconductor for use in their Vortex line of PC sound chips to deliver three-dimensional sound through headphones, two or even four speakers.
Academy ratio
The Academy ratio of 1.375:1 is an aspect ratio of a frame of 35mm film when used with 4-perf pulldown.
The Academy ratio of 1.375:1 is an aspect ratio of a frame of 35mm film when used with 4-perf pulldown.
Accordent Technologies
Accordent Technologies is a company that produces software for streaming media creation and management.
Accordent Technologies is a company that produces software for streaming media creation and management.
Active Format Description
In television technology, Active Format Description (AFD) is a standard set of codes that can be sent in the MPEG video stream or in the baseband SDI video signal that carries information ...
In television technology, Active Format Description (AFD) is a standard set of codes that can be sent in the MPEG video stream or in the baseband SDI video signal that carries information ...
Adobe Captivate
Adobe Captivate (formerly RoboDemo) is an electronic learning tool for Microsoft Windows, and from v.5 Mac OS X which can be used to author software demonstrations, software simulations, bra...
Adobe Captivate (formerly RoboDemo) is an electronic learning tool for Microsoft Windows, and from v.5 Mac OS X which can be used to author software demonstrations, software simulations, bra...
Advanced Authoring Format
The Advanced Authoring Format (AAF) is a professional file interchange format designed for the video post production and authoring environment.
The Advanced Authoring Format (AAF) is a professional file interchange format designed for the video post production and authoring environment.
Advanced Content
Advanced Content provides interactivity in the HD DVD optical disc format.
Advanced Content provides interactivity in the HD DVD optical disc format.
Advanced Stream Redirector
The Advanced Stream Redirector format is a type of XML metafile designed to store a list of Windows Media files to play during a multimedia presentation.
The Advanced Stream Redirector format is a type of XML metafile designed to store a list of Windows Media files to play during a multimedia presentation.
Aerial image
An aerial image is a projected image which is "floating in air", and cannot be viewed normally.
An aerial image is a projected image which is "floating in air", and cannot be viewed normally.
Aeroscope
Aeroscope was a type of compressed air camera for making films, constructed by Kazimierz Prószyński in 1909 (French patent from April 10, 1909) and built in England since 1911, at first by Newma...
Aeroscope was a type of compressed air camera for making films, constructed by Kazimierz Prószyński in 1909 (French patent from April 10, 1909) and built in England since 1911, at first by Newma...
Agent Vi (Agent Video Intelligence)
Agent Vi (Agent Video Intelligence), previously known as Aspectus Video Intelligence is a Video Analytics software company that aims to transform traditional surveillance systems into intellige...
Agent Vi (Agent Video Intelligence), previously known as Aspectus Video Intelligence is a Video Analytics software company that aims to transform traditional surveillance systems into intellige...
Akai
Akai (, AKAI in rōmaji) is a consumer electronics brand, founded by Saburo Akai (who died in 1973) as, a Japanese manufacturer in 1929.
Akai (, AKAI in rōmaji) is a consumer electronics brand, founded by Saburo Akai (who died in 1973) as, a Japanese manufacturer in 1929.
Akai videotape format
1/4 inch Akai is a portable Helical scan EIA and CCIR analog video VTR. Akai 1/4 inch VTR had two video record heads on the scanner.
1/4 inch Akai is a portable Helical scan EIA and CCIR analog video VTR. Akai 1/4 inch VTR had two video record heads on the scanner.
Alfa Omega
Alfa Omega is a Romanian broadcaster with a satellite channel and an IPTV station.
Alfa Omega is a Romanian broadcaster with a satellite channel and an IPTV station.
Amiga video connector
The Amiga video connector is used on all Commodore Amiga computers.
The Amiga video connector is used on all Commodore Amiga computers.
AN/AAQ-26
The AN/AAQ-26 is a second generation infrared detection set manufactured by Raytheon.
The AN/AAQ-26 is a second generation infrared detection set manufactured by Raytheon.
Analog passthrough
Analog passthrough is a feature found on some digital-to-analog television converter boxes.
Analog passthrough is a feature found on some digital-to-analog television converter boxes.
Analog recording
Analog (or analogue) recording (Greek, ana is "according to" and logos "relationship") is a technique used for the recording of analog signals which among many possibilities ...
Analog (or analogue) recording (Greek, ana is "according to" and logos "relationship") is a technique used for the recording of analog signals which among many possibilities ...
Analog television
Analog television is the analog transmission that involves the broadcasting of encoded analog audio and analog video signal: one in which the message conveyed by the broadcast signal is a ...
Analog television is the analog transmission that involves the broadcasting of encoded analog audio and analog video signal: one in which the message conveyed by the broadcast signal is a ...
Analog video
Analog video is a video signal transferred by analog signal.
Analog video is a video signal transferred by analog signal.
Anamorphic format
Anamorphic format is a term that can be used either for: the cinematography technique of capturing a widescreen picture on standard 35 mm film, or other visual recording media, with a non-widesc...
Anamorphic format is a term that can be used either for: the cinematography technique of capturing a widescreen picture on standard 35 mm film, or other visual recording media, with a non-widesc...
Anamorphic widescreen
Anamorphic widescreen is a video process that horizontally squeezes a widescreen image so that it can be stored in a standard 4:3 aspect ratio DVD image frame.
Anamorphic widescreen is a video process that horizontally squeezes a widescreen image so that it can be stored in a standard 4:3 aspect ratio DVD image frame.
Ancillary data
Ancillary data (commonly abbreviated as ANC data), in the context of television systems, refers to a means which by non-video information (such as audio, other forms of essence, and metad...
Ancillary data (commonly abbreviated as ANC data), in the context of television systems, refers to a means which by non-video information (such as audio, other forms of essence, and metad...
ANIM
ANIM is a file format, used to store digital movies and computer generated animations (hence the ANIM name), and is a variation of the ILBM format, which is a subformat of Interchange File Format.
ANIM is a file format, used to store digital movies and computer generated animations (hence the ANIM name), and is a variation of the ILBM format, which is a subformat of Interchange File Format.
Animation
Animation is the rapid display of a sequence of images of 2-D or 3-D artwork or model positions in order to create an illusion of movement.
Animation is the rapid display of a sequence of images of 2-D or 3-D artwork or model positions in order to create an illusion of movement.
Animation camera
An animation camera, a type of rostrum camera, is a movie camera specially adapted for frame-by-frame shooting animation or stop motion.
An animation camera, a type of rostrum camera, is a movie camera specially adapted for frame-by-frame shooting animation or stop motion.
Anystream
Anystream is an Internet software company that specializes in streaming media encoding technology.
Anystream is an Internet software company that specializes in streaming media encoding technology.
ARGUS-IS
The ARGUS-IS, or the Autonomous Real-Time Ground Ubiquitous Surveillance Imaging System, is a Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency project contracted to BAE Systems.
The ARGUS-IS, or the Autonomous Real-Time Ground Ubiquitous Surveillance Imaging System, is a Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency project contracted to BAE Systems.
Arri
The Arri Group is the largest worldwide manufacturer and supplier of motion picture film equipment.
The Arri Group is the largest worldwide manufacturer and supplier of motion picture film equipment.
Arri Alexa
The Arri Alexa is a film-style digital motion picture camera system made by Arri first introduced in April 2010.
The Arri Alexa is a film-style digital motion picture camera system made by Arri first introduced in April 2010.
Arriflex 35
Arriflex 35 (1937) was the first reflex 35mm motion picture camera.
Arriflex 35 (1937) was the first reflex 35mm motion picture camera.
Arriflex D-20
The Arriflex D-20 is a film-style digital motion picture camera made by Arri first introduced in November 2005.
The Arriflex D-20 is a film-style digital motion picture camera made by Arri first introduced in November 2005.
Arriflex D-21
The Arriflex D-21 is a film-style digital motion picture camera introduced by Arri in 2008 to replace their earlier generation Arriflex D-20.
The Arriflex D-21 is a film-style digital motion picture camera introduced by Arri in 2008 to replace their earlier generation Arriflex D-20.
Arrilaser
The Arrilaser is a digital film recorder made by Arri which writes digital movie files onto film after compositing and audio mastering on the computer.
The Arrilaser is a digital film recorder made by Arri which writes digital movie files onto film after compositing and audio mastering on the computer.
Arriscope
In 1989, Germany's Isco Optic developed a line of Anamorphic Lenses especially for Arriflex, which were given the moniker Arriscope.
In 1989, Germany's Isco Optic developed a line of Anamorphic Lenses especially for Arriflex, which were given the moniker Arriscope.
Arthur Widmer
Arthur Widmer (July 25, 1914, Washington, D.C. – May 28, 2006, Los Angeles, California) was an American film special effects pioneer.
Arthur Widmer (July 25, 1914, Washington, D.C. – May 28, 2006, Los Angeles, California) was an American film special effects pioneer.
Aspect ratio (image)
The aspect ratio of an image describes the proportional relationship between its width and its height.
The aspect ratio of an image describes the proportional relationship between its width and its height.
Audio Engineering Society
Established in 1948, the Audio Engineering Society draws its membership from amongst engineers, scientists, other individuals with an interest or involvement in the professional audio industry.
Established in 1948, the Audio Engineering Society draws its membership from amongst engineers, scientists, other individuals with an interest or involvement in the professional audio industry.
Autoconform
Autoconform is the video editing post production process where an online editing system combines an edit decision list (EDL) created from an offline editing system with the original video and au...
Autoconform is the video editing post production process where an online editing system combines an edit decision list (EDL) created from an offline editing system with the original video and au...
AV.link
AV.link, also known under the trade names nexTViewLink, SmartLink, Q-Link, EasyLink, etc.
AV.link, also known under the trade names nexTViewLink, SmartLink, Q-Link, EasyLink, etc.
Avid DS
Avid DS (which was called Avid DS Nitris until early 2008) is a high-end offline and finishing system comprising a non-linear editing system and visual effects software.
Avid DS (which was called Avid DS Nitris until early 2008) is a high-end offline and finishing system comprising a non-linear editing system and visual effects software.
Avid Technology
Avid Technology, Inc. is an American company specializing in video and audio production technology; specifically, digital non-linear editing systems, management and distribution services.
Avid Technology, Inc. is an American company specializing in video and audio production technology; specifically, digital non-linear editing systems, management and distribution services.
Barco NV
Barco N.V. is a display hardware manufacturer specialising in Video projectors, LCD projectors, DLP projectors, LCoS projectors, LED displays, video walls, flat panel displays, automated luminai...
Barco N.V. is a display hardware manufacturer specialising in Video projectors, LCD projectors, DLP projectors, LCoS projectors, LED displays, video walls, flat panel displays, automated luminai...
Bioscop
The Bioscop was a movie projector developed in 1895 by the brothers Emil and Max Skladanowsky in Berlin-Pankow.
The Bioscop was a movie projector developed in 1895 by the brothers Emil and Max Skladanowsky in Berlin-Pankow.
Bipack color
In bipack color photography in motion pictures, two strips of film are used to record two colors of the spectrum for the purpose of print later onto one strip of film.
In bipack color photography in motion pictures, two strips of film are used to record two colors of the spectrum for the purpose of print later onto one strip of film.
Blackmagic Design
Blackmagic Design Pty Ltd is an Australian company which manufactures electronic equipment for broadcast and video production.
Blackmagic Design Pty Ltd is an Australian company which manufactures electronic equipment for broadcast and video production.
Block-matching algorithm
A Block Matching Algorithm (BMA) is a way of locating matching blocks in a sequence of digital video frames for the purposes of motion estimation.
A Block Matching Algorithm (BMA) is a way of locating matching blocks in a sequence of digital video frames for the purposes of motion estimation.
Bolex
Bolex is a Swiss company that manufactures motion picture cameras and lenses, the most notable products of which are in the 16 mm and Super 16 mm formats.
Bolex is a Swiss company that manufactures motion picture cameras and lenses, the most notable products of which are in the 16 mm and Super 16 mm formats.
Brad Carvey
Bradley William "Brad" Carvey (born July 10, 1951 in Missoula, Montana) is an American engineer best known as the builder of the first wire-wrapped Video Toaster, a system used in the production...
Bradley William "Brad" Carvey (born July 10, 1951 in Missoula, Montana) is an American engineer best known as the builder of the first wire-wrapped Video Toaster, a system used in the production...
Broadcast quality
Broadcast Quality is an term stemming from quad videotape to denote the quality achieved by professional video cameras and time base correctors used for broadcast television, usually in standard...
Broadcast Quality is an term stemming from quad videotape to denote the quality achieved by professional video cameras and time base correctors used for broadcast television, usually in standard...
Broadcast Television Systems Inc.
Broadcast Television Systems was a joint venture between Robert Bosch GmbH's Fernseh Division and Philips Broadcast in Breda, Netherlands formed in 1986.
Broadcast Television Systems was a joint venture between Robert Bosch GmbH's Fernseh Division and Philips Broadcast in Breda, Netherlands formed in 1986.
Broadcast Wave Format
Broadcast Wave Format is an extension of the popular Microsoft WAVE audio format and is the recording format of most file-based non-linear digital recorders used for motion picture, radio and te...
Broadcast Wave Format is an extension of the popular Microsoft WAVE audio format and is the recording format of most file-based non-linear digital recorders used for motion picture, radio and te...
Burnt-in timecode
Burnt-in timecode (often abbreviated to BITC by analogy to VITC) is a human-readable on-screen version of the timecode information for a piece of material superimposed on a video image.
Burnt-in timecode (often abbreviated to BITC by analogy to VITC) is a human-readable on-screen version of the timecode information for a piece of material superimposed on a video image.
C mount
A C-mount is a type of lens mount commonly found on 16mm movie cameras, closed-circuit television cameras, and trinocular microscope phototubes.
A C-mount is a type of lens mount commonly found on 16mm movie cameras, closed-circuit television cameras, and trinocular microscope phototubes.
Cam (bootleg)
A cam is a bootleg recording of a film.
A cam is a bootleg recording of a film.
Camera control unit
The Camera Control Unit is typically part of a live television broadcast "chain".
The Camera Control Unit is typically part of a live television broadcast "chain".
Camera coverage
Camera coverage, in filmmaking, is the amount of film footage shot and different camera setups used in filming a scene.
Camera coverage, in filmmaking, is the amount of film footage shot and different camera setups used in filming a scene.
Camera magazine
A camera magazine is a light-tight chamber or pair of chambers designed to hold and move motion picture film stock before and after it has been exposed in the camera.
A camera magazine is a light-tight chamber or pair of chambers designed to hold and move motion picture film stock before and after it has been exposed in the camera.
Camera shoulder support
A camera shoulder brace is a stabilizing mount for a video camera, which mechanically shifts the weight of the camera to the operators shoulder.
A camera shoulder brace is a stabilizing mount for a video camera, which mechanically shifts the weight of the camera to the operators shoulder.
Camera stabilizer
A camera stabilizer, or stabilizing mount, is an image stabilization machine that holds a camera to compensate for "camera shake".
A camera stabilizer, or stabilizing mount, is an image stabilization machine that holds a camera to compensate for "camera shake".
CDXL
CDXL is an obsolete motion video file format developed by Commodore in the late 1980s and early 1990s for the Amiga computer platform.
CDXL is an obsolete motion video file format developed by Commodore in the late 1980s and early 1990s for the Amiga computer platform.
Celluloid
Celluloid is the name of a class of compounds created from nitrocellulose and camphor, plus dyes and other agents.
Celluloid is the name of a class of compounds created from nitrocellulose and camphor, plus dyes and other agents.
Channel 3/4 output
A channel 3/4 output was a common output selection for most audiovisual devices sold in North America, that are intended to be connected to a TV using a Radio frequency (RF) signal.
A channel 3/4 output was a common output selection for most audiovisual devices sold in North America, that are intended to be connected to a TV using a Radio frequency (RF) signal.
Character generator
A character generator, often abbreviated as CG, is a device or software that produces static or animated text (such as news crawls and credits rolls) for keying into a video stream.
A character generator, often abbreviated as CG, is a device or software that produces static or animated text (such as news crawls and credits rolls) for keying into a video stream.
Christie (company)
The Christie group of companies are part of the Ushio group of companies, the ultimate parent of which is Ushio Inc., a publicly traded Japanese company, Japan.
The Christie group of companies are part of the Ushio group of companies, the ultimate parent of which is Ushio Inc., a publicly traded Japanese company, Japan.
Chroma key
Chroma key compositing, or chroma keying, is a special effects / postproduction technique for compositing two images or video streams together, used heavily in many fields to remove a back...
Chroma key compositing, or chroma keying, is a special effects / postproduction technique for compositing two images or video streams together, used heavily in many fields to remove a back...
Chroma subsampling
Chroma subsampling is the practice of encoding images by implementing less resolution for chroma information than for luma information, taking advantage of the human visual system's lower acuity...
Chroma subsampling is the practice of encoding images by implementing less resolution for chroma information than for luma information, taking advantage of the human visual system's lower acuity...
Chrominance
Chrominance is the signal used in video systems to convey the color information of the picture, separately from the accompanying luma signal.
Chrominance is the signal used in video systems to convey the color information of the picture, separately from the accompanying luma signal.
Chronophone
The Chronophone is a apparatus patented by Léon Gaumont in 1902 to synchronise the Cinématographe with a disc Phonograph using a "Conductor" or "Switchboard".
The Chronophone is a apparatus patented by Léon Gaumont in 1902 to synchronise the Cinématographe with a disc Phonograph using a "Conductor" or "Switchboard".
Cine 160
Cine 160 is a 35 mm film projection process proposed by Allan Silliphant whereby a single frame of film would occupy a length of six film perforations.
Cine 160 is a 35 mm film projection process proposed by Allan Silliphant whereby a single frame of film would occupy a length of six film perforations.
Cinebulle
The Cinebulle is a hot air balloon specially adapted for filming.
The Cinebulle is a hot air balloon specially adapted for filming.
Cinecolor
Cinecolor was an early subtractive color-model two color film process, based upon the Prizma system of the 1910s and 1920s and the Multicolor system of the late 1920s and 1930s.
Cinecolor was an early subtractive color-model two color film process, based upon the Prizma system of the 1910s and 1920s and the Multicolor system of the late 1920s and 1930s.
Cinema Picture Style
The Cinema Picture Style is a custom Canon EOS Setting File, which was created by John Hope, using the Canon Picture Style Editor, and published the first time the 8th september 2011.
The Cinema Picture Style is a custom Canon EOS Setting File, which was created by John Hope, using the Canon Picture Style Editor, and published the first time the 8th september 2011.
Cinema Products Corporation
Cinema Products Corporation was an American manufacturer of motion picture camera equipment.
Cinema Products Corporation was an American manufacturer of motion picture camera equipment.
CinemaScope
CinemaScope was an anamorphic lens series used for shooting wide screen movies from 1953 to 1967.
CinemaScope was an anamorphic lens series used for shooting wide screen movies from 1953 to 1967.
Cinerama
Cinerama is the trademarked name for a widescreen process which works by simultaneously projecting images from three synchronized 35 mm projectors onto a huge, deeply-curved screen, subtend...
Cinerama is the trademarked name for a widescreen process which works by simultaneously projecting images from three synchronized 35 mm projectors onto a huge, deeply-curved screen, subtend...
CineSpace
cineSpace is a color management solution for the film and television industry.
cineSpace is a color management solution for the film and television industry.
cineSync
cineSync is a tool for visual communication and was developed to address the issue of remote reviews and approvals, allowing directors, producers, supervisors and visual media professionals to p...
cineSync is a tool for visual communication and was developed to address the issue of remote reviews and approvals, allowing directors, producers, supervisors and visual media professionals to p...
Cinevator
Cinevator is a series of real time film recorder/printers produced by the Norwegian company Cinevation.
Cinevator is a series of real time film recorder/printers produced by the Norwegian company Cinevation.
Cintel
Cintel International Ltd is a British company, based in Ware, Hertfordshire,SG12 0AE, link Cintel which specialises in the design and manufacture of professional equipment, for transcribing film...
Cintel International Ltd is a British company, based in Ware, Hertfordshire,SG12 0AE, link Cintel which specialises in the design and manufacture of professional equipment, for transcribing film...
Clapperboard
A clapperboard is a device used in the motion picture industry and video production to assist in the synchronizing of picture and sound, and to designate and mark particular scenes and takes rec...
A clapperboard is a device used in the motion picture industry and video production to assist in the synchronizing of picture and sound, and to designate and mark particular scenes and takes rec...
Clean feed (TV)
In television technology, clean feed is a term that describes a signal which has not come from the main output of the Video switcher, such as the output of a vision mixer before the downstream k...
In television technology, clean feed is a term that describes a signal which has not come from the main output of the Video switcher, such as the output of a vision mixer before the downstream k...
ClearPlay
ClearPlay is an parental control DVD player that allows content filtering of ordinary DVD films, purchased or rented.
ClearPlay is an parental control DVD player that allows content filtering of ordinary DVD films, purchased or rented.
Clearwater Periscope lens system
The Clearwater Periscope lens system was a type of television camera developed in 1985 by Clearwater Features for use on children's television series' TUGS and Thomas the Tank Engine and F...
The Clearwater Periscope lens system was a type of television camera developed in 1985 by Clearwater Features for use on children's television series' TUGS and Thomas the Tank Engine and F...
Clesh
Clesh is a cloud-based video editing platform designed for the consumer.
Clesh is a cloud-based video editing platform designed for the consumer.
CMX 600
The CMX 600 was the very first non-linear video editing system.
The CMX 600 was the very first non-linear video editing system.
CMX Systems
CMX Editing Systems (also known as CMX Systems) was a company founded jointly by CBS and Memorex, that developed some of the very first computerized systems for linear and non-linear editing of ...
CMX Editing Systems (also known as CMX Systems) was a company founded jointly by CBS and Memorex, that developed some of the very first computerized systems for linear and non-linear editing of ...
Coded Anti-Piracy
Coded Anti-Piracy (CAP) is an anti-copyright infringement technology which marks each film print of a motion picture with a distinguishing patterns of dots, used as a forensic identifier t...
Coded Anti-Piracy (CAP) is an anti-copyright infringement technology which marks each film print of a motion picture with a distinguishing patterns of dots, used as a forensic identifier t...
Codex Digital
Codex Digital are the leader in recording and file-based workflow technology for digital cinematography.
Codex Digital are the leader in recording and file-based workflow technology for digital cinematography.
Color framing
In video engineering, color framing refers to the color frame sequence of fields in a composite video signal through which the video frame timing and chrominance subcarrier signal timing—i...
In video engineering, color framing refers to the color frame sequence of fields in a composite video signal through which the video frame timing and chrominance subcarrier signal timing—i...
Color grading
Color grading or colour painting, is the process of altering and enhancing the color of a motion picture, video image, or still image either electronically, photo-chemically or digitally.
Color grading or colour painting, is the process of altering and enhancing the color of a motion picture, video image, or still image either electronically, photo-chemically or digitally.
Color motion picture film
Color motion picture film refers both to unexposed color photographic film in a format suitable for use in a motion picture camera, and to finished motion picture film, ready for use in a projec...
Color motion picture film refers both to unexposed color photographic film in a format suitable for use in a motion picture camera, and to finished motion picture film, ready for use in a projec...
Color suite
A Color suite (also called a color bay, telecine suite, or color correction bay) is the control room for color grading video in a post-production environment.
A Color suite (also called a color bay, telecine suite, or color correction bay) is the control room for color grading video in a post-production environment.
Color television
Color television is part of the history of television, the technology of television and practices associated with television's transmission of moving images in color video.
Color television is part of the history of television, the technology of television and practices associated with television's transmission of moving images in color video.
Colour recovery
Colour recovery (or colour restoration) is a process which can restore lost colour, specifically to television programmes which were originally transmitted in colour, but for which only bl...
Colour recovery (or colour restoration) is a process which can restore lost colour, specifically to television programmes which were originally transmitted in colour, but for which only bl...
Commotion
Commotion is a visual effects application, originally released by Puffin Designs.
Commotion is a visual effects application, originally released by Puffin Designs.
Component video
Component video is a video signal that has been split into two or more component channels.
Component video is a video signal that has been split into two or more component channels.
Composite monitor
A composite monitor is any analog video display that receives input in the form of an analog composite video signal to a defined specification.
A composite monitor is any analog video display that receives input in the form of an analog composite video signal to a defined specification.
Composite video
Composite video is the format of an analog television signal before it is combined with a sound signal and modulated onto an RF carrier.
Composite video is the format of an analog television signal before it is combined with a sound signal and modulated onto an RF carrier.
Computer Animation Post-Production System
The Computer Animation Post-Production System is a proprietary collection of software, scanning camera systems, servers, networked computer workstations, and custom desks developed by The Walt D...
The Computer Animation Post-Production System is a proprietary collection of software, scanning camera systems, servers, networked computer workstations, and custom desks developed by The Walt D...
Computer Animation Production System
The Computer Animation Production System (CAPS) is a proprietary collection of software programs, scanning camera systems, servers, networked computer workstations, and custom desks developed by...
The Computer Animation Production System (CAPS) is a proprietary collection of software programs, scanning camera systems, servers, networked computer workstations, and custom desks developed by...
Confidence Bay
Confidence Bay was the first mobile high-definition edit suite in the world.
Confidence Bay was the first mobile high-definition edit suite in the world.
Container format (digital)
A container or wrapper format is a meta-file format whose specification describes how different data elements and metadata coexist in a computer file.
A container or wrapper format is a meta-file format whose specification describes how different data elements and metadata coexist in a computer file.
Content delivery network
A content delivery network is a large distributed system of servers deployed in multiple data centers in the Internet.
A content delivery network is a large distributed system of servers deployed in multiple data centers in the Internet.
Content format
A content format is an encoded format for converting a specific type of data to displayable information.
A content format is an encoded format for converting a specific type of data to displayable information.
Contour (camera system)
Mova Contour is a multi-camera system developed by former Apple Computer engineer Steve Perlman.
Mova Contour is a multi-camera system developed by former Apple Computer engineer Steve Perlman.
Coupon-eligible converter box
A coupon-eligible converter box (CECB) was a digital television adapter that met eligibility specifications for subsidy "coupons" from the United States government.
A coupon-eligible converter box (CECB) was a digital television adapter that met eligibility specifications for subsidy "coupons" from the United States government.
Cropping (image)
Cropping refers to the removal of the outer parts of an image to improve framing, accentuate subject matter or change aspect ratio.
Cropping refers to the removal of the outer parts of an image to improve framing, accentuate subject matter or change aspect ratio.
Cucoloris
In lighting for film, theatre and still photography, a cuculoris is a device for casting shadows or silhouettes to produce patterned illumination.
In lighting for film, theatre and still photography, a cuculoris is a device for casting shadows or silhouettes to produce patterned illumination.
Cue card
Cue cards, also known as note cards or idiot cards, are cards with words written on them that help actors and speakers remember what they have to say.
Cue cards, also known as note cards or idiot cards, are cards with words written on them that help actors and speakers remember what they have to say.
Cue light
A cue light is a system of one or more electric light bulbs (usually traffic light colors) used to allow silent cues to be given to technicians and performers at various working locations during...
A cue light is a system of one or more electric light bulbs (usually traffic light colors) used to allow silent cues to be given to technicians and performers at various working locations during...
Cue mark
A cue mark, also known as a cue dot, a changeover cue or simply a cue is a visual indicator used with motion picture film prints, usually placed on the right-hand upper corner ...
A cue mark, also known as a cue dot, a changeover cue or simply a cue is a visual indicator used with motion picture film prints, usually placed on the right-hand upper corner ...
CV-2000
CV-2000 was one of the world's first home video tape recorders (VTR), introduced by Sony in August, 1965.
CV-2000 was one of the world's first home video tape recorders (VTR), introduced by Sony in August, 1965.
Dalsa
DALSA Corporation is a Canadian company specializing in the design and manufacture of specialized electronic cameras.
DALSA Corporation is a Canadian company specializing in the design and manufacture of specialized electronic cameras.
Data compression
In computer science and information theory, data compression, source coding, or bit-rate reduction involves encoding information using fewer bits than the original representation.
In computer science and information theory, data compression, source coding, or bit-rate reduction involves encoding information using fewer bits than the original representation.
DaVinci3
DaVinci3 (or DV3) is a graphics engine software used in set-top box platforms by NDS. This engine provides low-level rendering API to Interactive Applications.
DaVinci3 (or DV3) is a graphics engine software used in set-top box platforms by NDS. This engine provides low-level rendering API to Interactive Applications.
Definity
DEFINITY is a digital film recorder for motion picture applications, produced by CCG Digital Image Technology, the successor of Agfa-Gevaert's film recorder division.
DEFINITY is a digital film recorder for motion picture applications, produced by CCG Digital Image Technology, the successor of Agfa-Gevaert's film recorder division.
Deinterlacing
Deinterlacing is the process of converting interlaced video, such as common analog television signals or 1080i format HDTV signals, into a non-interlaced form.
Deinterlacing is the process of converting interlaced video, such as common analog television signals or 1080i format HDTV signals, into a non-interlaced form.
DeLuxe Color
DeLuxe color is a brand of colour process for motion pictures.
DeLuxe color is a brand of colour process for motion pictures.
Deluxe Entertainment Services Group Inc.
Deluxe Entertainment Services Group Inc. is a in the business of traditional and digital cinema post production services.
Deluxe Entertainment Services Group Inc. is a in the business of traditional and digital cinema post production services.
Desktop video
Desktop video refers to a phenomenon lasting from the mid-1980s to the early 1990s when the graphics capabilities of personal computers such as Commodore's Amiga, the Apple Macintosh II and spec...
Desktop video refers to a phenomenon lasting from the mid-1980s to the early 1990s when the graphics capabilities of personal computers such as Commodore's Amiga, the Apple Macintosh II and spec...
Dew warning
A dew warning, also known as a dew alarm or dew signal, is an error indication on VCRs and camcorders if the VCR/camcorder develops dew inside the unit from being exposed to extreme ...
A dew warning, also known as a dew alarm or dew signal, is an error indication on VCRs and camcorders if the VCR/camcorder develops dew inside the unit from being exposed to extreme ...
DFX/ Digital FX
Visual effects (commonly shortened to Visual F/X or VFX) are the various processes by which imagery is created and/or manipulated outside the context of a live action shoot.
Visual effects (commonly shortened to Visual F/X or VFX) are the various processes by which imagery is created and/or manipulated outside the context of a live action shoot.
Dickson Experimental Sound Film
The Dickson Experimental Sound Film is a film made by William Dickson in late 1894 or early 1895.
The Dickson Experimental Sound Film is a film made by William Dickson in late 1894 or early 1895.
DigiSync
DigiSync is a hardware device developed by Filmlab Systems International to allow negative cutters, telecine machines, and ColorMaster to read and log keykode data from motion picture film.
DigiSync is a hardware device developed by Filmlab Systems International to allow negative cutters, telecine machines, and ColorMaster to read and log keykode data from motion picture film.
Digital backlot
Digital backlot (also known as a virtual backlot) is a term used to describe motion picture sets that have neither genuine location shoots nor practical (i.e.
Digital backlot (also known as a virtual backlot) is a term used to describe motion picture sets that have neither genuine location shoots nor practical (i.e.
Digital cinema
Digital cinema refers to the use of digital technology to capture, distribute, and project motion pictures.
Digital cinema refers to the use of digital technology to capture, distribute, and project motion pictures.
Digital Cinema Initiatives
Digital Cinema Initiatives, LLC or DCI is a joint venture of major motion picture studios, formed to establish a standard architecture for digital cinema systems.
Digital Cinema Initiatives, LLC or DCI is a joint venture of major motion picture studios, formed to establish a standard architecture for digital cinema systems.
Digital Cinema Package
A Digital Cinema Package is a collection of digital files used to store and convey Digital cinema audio, image, and data streams.
A Digital Cinema Package is a collection of digital files used to store and convey Digital cinema audio, image, and data streams.
Digital cinematography
Digital cinematography is the process of capturing motion pictures as digital images, rather than on film.
Digital cinematography is the process of capturing motion pictures as digital images, rather than on film.
Digital component video
Digital component video is defined by ITU-R BT.601 (formerly CCIR 601) standard and uses the Y'CbCr colorspace.
Digital component video is defined by ITU-R BT.601 (formerly CCIR 601) standard and uses the Y'CbCr colorspace.
Digital compositing
Digital compositing is the process of digitally assembling multiple images to make a final image, typically for print, motion pictures or screen display.
Digital compositing is the process of digitally assembling multiple images to make a final image, typically for print, motion pictures or screen display.
Digital container format
A container or wrapper format is a metafile format whose specification describes how different data elements and metadata coexist in a computer file.
A container or wrapper format is a metafile format whose specification describes how different data elements and metadata coexist in a computer file.
Digital copy
Digital Copy is a marketing term for a commercially distributed computer file containing a media product such as a film or music album.
Digital Copy is a marketing term for a commercially distributed computer file containing a media product such as a film or music album.
Digital Interface for Video and Audio
The Digital Interface for Video and Audio (DIVA o DiiVA) is a bi-directional audio/video interface for transmitting both compressed and uncompressed digital streams.
The Digital Interface for Video and Audio (DIVA o DiiVA) is a bi-directional audio/video interface for transmitting both compressed and uncompressed digital streams.
Digital intermediate
Digital intermediate (typically abbreviated to DI) is a motion picture finishing process which classically involves digitizing a motion picture and manipulating the color and other image c...
Digital intermediate (typically abbreviated to DI) is a motion picture finishing process which classically involves digitizing a motion picture and manipulating the color and other image c...
Digital Juice, Inc.
Digital Juice, Inc is a privately held royalty-free content provider for professional video, print, and presentations.
Digital Juice, Inc is a privately held royalty-free content provider for professional video, print, and presentations.
Digital movie camera
Digital movie cameras for digital cinematography are typically purpose-designed professional video cameras designed for the capture of high optical resolution, high dynamic range imagery.
Digital movie cameras for digital cinematography are typically purpose-designed professional video cameras designed for the capture of high optical resolution, high dynamic range imagery.
Digital on-screen graphic
A digital on-screen graphic is a watermark-like station logo that many television broadcasters overlay over a portion of the screen-area of their programs to identify the channel.
A digital on-screen graphic is a watermark-like station logo that many television broadcasters overlay over a portion of the screen-area of their programs to identify the channel.
Digital television
Digital television is the transmission of audio and video by digitally processed and multiplexed signal, in contrast to the totally analog and channel separated signals used by analog TV. It is ...
Digital television is the transmission of audio and video by digitally processed and multiplexed signal, in contrast to the totally analog and channel separated signals used by analog TV. It is ...
Digital television adapter
A digital television adapter, or digital-to-analog converter set-top box
Or commonly known as a converter box, it is a television tuner that receives a digital television tr...
A digital television adapter, or digital-to-analog converter set-top box
Or commonly known as a converter box, it is a television tuner that receives a digital television tr...
Digital video
Digital video is a type of digital recording system that works by using a digital rather than an analog video signal.
Digital video is a type of digital recording system that works by using a digital rather than an analog video signal.
Digital Visual Interface
Digital Visual Interface is a video display interface developed by the Digital Display Working Group.
Digital Visual Interface is a video display interface developed by the Digital Display Working Group.
Digital-visual interface
The Digital–visual interface is a video interface standard covering the transmission of video between a source device and a display device.
The Digital–visual interface is a video interface standard covering the transmission of video between a source device and a display device.
DigitalMedia
DigitalMedia is a technology from Crestron Electronics for carrying HDMI video and other media over CAT 5e cabling.
DigitalMedia is a technology from Crestron Electronics for carrying HDMI video and other media over CAT 5e cabling.
DiscoVision
DiscoVision is the name of several things related to the video laserdisc format.
DiscoVision is the name of several things related to the video laserdisc format.
Disney Second Screen
Disney Second Screen is an interactive onscreen film feature accessible via a computer or iPad app download that provides additional content to a user as he or she views a film released by the W...
Disney Second Screen is an interactive onscreen film feature accessible via a computer or iPad app download that provides additional content to a user as he or she views a film released by the W...
Distribution amplifier
In electronics, a distribution amplifier or simply distribution amp, is a device that accepts a single input signal and provides this same signal to multiple isolated outputs.
In electronics, a distribution amplifier or simply distribution amp, is a device that accepts a single input signal and provides this same signal to multiple isolated outputs.
DNxHD codec
Avid DNxHD, which stands for "Digital Nonlinear Extensible High Definition", is a lossy high-definition video post-production codec engineered for multi-generation compositing with reduced stora...
Avid DNxHD, which stands for "Digital Nonlinear Extensible High Definition", is a lossy high-definition video post-production codec engineered for multi-generation compositing with reduced stora...
Double-system recording
Double-system recording is a form of sound recording used in motion picture production whereby the sound for a scene is recorded on a machine that is separate from the camera or picture-recordin...
Double-system recording is a form of sound recording used in motion picture production whereby the sound for a scene is recorded on a machine that is separate from the camera or picture-recordin...
Dub localization
Dub localization, also often simply referred to as localization, which is a form of a voice-over.
Dub localization, also often simply referred to as localization, which is a form of a voice-over.
Dufaycolor
Dufaycolor is an early French and British additive colour photographic film process for motion pictures and stills photography.
Dufaycolor is an early French and British additive colour photographic film process for motion pictures and stills photography.
Duplitized film
Duplitized film stock was a type of film available through various companies used in color photography and special effects.
Duplitized film stock was a type of film available through various companies used in color photography and special effects.
DVcreators.net
DVcreators.net is a Los Angeles-based company providing training, software and other resources for digital video producers.
DVcreators.net is a Los Angeles-based company providing training, software and other resources for digital video producers.
Echolab
Echolab is a company that designs and develops video production switchers for digital media markets, such as broadcasting, live production, and events.
Echolab is a company that designs and develops video production switchers for digital media markets, such as broadcasting, live production, and events.
EcoSCART
EcoSCART is a technology available for audio-video equipment supposed to be connected to the TV set thanks to a SCART cable.
EcoSCART is a technology available for audio-video equipment supposed to be connected to the TV set thanks to a SCART cable.
Edit decision list
An edit decision list or EDL is a way of representing a film or video edit.
An edit decision list or EDL is a way of representing a film or video edit.
EditDroid
The EditDroid was a computerized analog NLE (non-linear editing system), developed by Lucasfilm spin-off company, the Droid Works and Convergence Corporation who formed a joint venture company.
The EditDroid was a computerized analog NLE (non-linear editing system), developed by Lucasfilm spin-off company, the Droid Works and Convergence Corporation who formed a joint venture company.
EditDV
EditDV is a non-linear video editing application released by Radius, Inc. in late 1997 as an evolution of their earlier Radius Edit product.
EditDV is a non-linear video editing application released by Radius, Inc. in late 1997 as an evolution of their earlier Radius Edit product.
EFilm
EFilm is a post-production house in Hollywood that specializes in the digital intermediate process and other digital motion picture technologies.
EFilm is a post-production house in Hollywood that specializes in the digital intermediate process and other digital motion picture technologies.
Eidoloscope
The Eidoloscope was an early motion picture system created by Woodville Latham and his two sons through their business, the Lambda Company, in New York City in 1894 and 1895.
The Eidoloscope was an early motion picture system created by Woodville Latham and his two sons through their business, the Lambda Company, in New York City in 1894 and 1895.
EIKI
EIKI International, Inc. is a Japanese company that manufactures LCD and DLP projectors, related accessories and overhead projectors.
EIKI International, Inc. is a Japanese company that manufactures LCD and DLP projectors, related accessories and overhead projectors.
EMI 2001
The EMI 2001 Broadcast Video Camera was an early, very successful British made Plumbicon studio camera that included the lens within the body of the camera.
The EMI 2001 Broadcast Video Camera was an early, very successful British made Plumbicon studio camera that included the lens within the body of the camera.
Enhanced-definition television
Enhanced-definition television, or extended-definition television, is an American Consumer Electronics Association marketing shorthand term for certain digital television formats and devices.
Enhanced-definition television, or extended-definition television, is an American Consumer Electronics Association marketing shorthand term for certain digital television formats and devices.
Environmental audio extensions
The environmental audio extensions are a number of digital signal processing presets for audio, present in Creative Technology's later Sound Blaster sound cards and the Creative NOMAD/Creative Z...
The environmental audio extensions are a number of digital signal processing presets for audio, present in Creative Technology's later Sound Blaster sound cards and the Creative NOMAD/Creative Z...
Environmental Audio Extensions
The environmental audio extensions are a number of digital signal processing presets for audio, present in Creative Technology's later Sound Blaster sound cards and the Creative NOMAD/Creative Z...
The environmental audio extensions are a number of digital signal processing presets for audio, present in Creative Technology's later Sound Blaster sound cards and the Creative NOMAD/Creative Z...
Event videography
Event videography is the art of capturing social and special events onto video by a videographer.
Event videography is the art of capturing social and special events onto video by a videographer.
EVS Broadcast Equipment
EVS Broadcast Equipment SA manufactures live outside broadcast digital video production systems.
EVS Broadcast Equipment SA manufactures live outside broadcast digital video production systems.
Exposure latitude
Exposure latitude is the extent to which a light-sensitive material can be overexposed or underexposed and still achieve an acceptable result.
Exposure latitude is the extent to which a light-sensitive material can be overexposed or underexposed and still achieve an acceptable result.
Extreme High Definition
Extreme High Definition, or XHD, is a term coined by Nvidia and Dell at the Consumer Electronics Show 2006 to emphasize gaming at resolutions higher than high definition.
Extreme High Definition, or XHD, is a term coined by Nvidia and Dell at the Consumer Electronics Show 2006 to emphasize gaming at resolutions higher than high definition.
Fernseh
The Fernseh AG television company was registered in Berlin on July 3, 1929 by John Logie Baird, Robert Bosch and other partners with an initial capital of 100,000 Reichsmark.
The Fernseh AG television company was registered in Berlin on July 3, 1929 by John Logie Baird, Robert Bosch and other partners with an initial capital of 100,000 Reichsmark.
Field dominance
In video engineering, field dominance refers to the choice of which field of an interlaced video signal is chosen as the point at which video edits occur.
In video engineering, field dominance refers to the choice of which field of an interlaced video signal is chosen as the point at which video edits occur.
Field rate
The field rate of an interlaced video image is twice the effective frame rate, since interlacing draws only half of the image (the odd- or even-numbered lines) at a time.
The field rate of an interlaced video image is twice the effective frame rate, since interlacing draws only half of the image (the odd- or even-numbered lines) at a time.
Fig Rig
Fig Rig is a camera stabilization device for smaller film/video cameras, designed by film director Mike Figgis.
Fig Rig is a camera stabilization device for smaller film/video cameras, designed by film director Mike Figgis.
Film base
A film base is a transparent substrate which acts as a support medium for the photosensitive emulsion that lies atop it.
A film base is a transparent substrate which acts as a support medium for the photosensitive emulsion that lies atop it.
Film chain
A film chain or film island is a television - TV camera with one or more projectors aligned into the lens of the camera.
A film chain or film island is a television - TV camera with one or more projectors aligned into the lens of the camera.
Film colorization
Film colorization is any process that adds color to black-and-white, sepia, or monochrome moving-picture images.
Film colorization is any process that adds color to black-and-white, sepia, or monochrome moving-picture images.
Film format
A film format is a technical definition of a set of standard characteristics regarding image capture on photographic film, for either stills or movies.
A film format is a technical definition of a set of standard characteristics regarding image capture on photographic film, for either stills or movies.
Film gate
The film gate is the rectangular opening in the front of a motion picture camera where the film is exposed to light.
The film gate is the rectangular opening in the front of a motion picture camera where the film is exposed to light.
Film gauge
Film gauge is a physical property of film stock which defines its width.
Film gauge is a physical property of film stock which defines its width.
Film perforations
Film perforations, also known as perfs, are the holes placed in the film stock during manufacturing and used for transporting and steadying the film.
Film perforations, also known as perfs, are the holes placed in the film stock during manufacturing and used for transporting and steadying the film.
Film preservation
The film preservation, or film restoration, movement is an ongoing project among film historians, archivists, museums, cinematheques, and non-profit organizations to rescue decaying film...
The film preservation, or film restoration, movement is an ongoing project among film historians, archivists, museums, cinematheques, and non-profit organizations to rescue decaying film...
Film recorder
A Film Recorder is a graphical output device for transferring digital images to photographic film.
A Film Recorder is a graphical output device for transferring digital images to photographic film.
Film splicer
A film splicer (also called a film joiner, usually in Europe) is a device which can be used to physically join together lengths of photographic film.
A film splicer (also called a film joiner, usually in Europe) is a device which can be used to physically join together lengths of photographic film.
Film still
A film still is a photograph taken on or off the set of a movie or television program during production.
A film still is a photograph taken on or off the set of a movie or television program during production.
Film synchronizer
A film synchronizer is a device used in the editing phase of filmmaking.
A film synchronizer is a device used in the editing phase of filmmaking.
Film tinting
Film tinting is the process of adding color to black and white film, usually by means of soaking the film in dye and staining the film emulsion.
Film tinting is the process of adding color to black and white film, usually by means of soaking the film in dye and staining the film emulsion.
Film-out
Film-out is the process in the computer graphics, video and filmmaking disciplines of transferring images or animation from videotape or digital files to a traditional film print.
Film-out is the process in the computer graphics, video and filmmaking disciplines of transferring images or animation from videotape or digital files to a traditional film print.
Filmizing
Filmizing is a process that makes video productions seem to have been shot on film.
Filmizing is a process that makes video productions seem to have been shot on film.
Filmlab Systems International
Filmlab Systems International, Creaters of the DigiSync, are a motion picture technology company based in High Wycombe.
Filmlab Systems International, Creaters of the DigiSync, are a motion picture technology company based in High Wycombe.
FilmLight
FilmLight Limited is a digital cinema technology company started in 2002 by the Scientific and Technical Academy Award-winning former Computer Film Company R&D team.
FilmLight Limited is a digital cinema technology company started in 2002 by the Scientific and Technical Academy Award-winning former Computer Film Company R&D team.
FilmLook
FILMLOOK is the name of a form of image processing used on television programs, established in 1989.
FILMLOOK is the name of a form of image processing used on television programs, established in 1989.
Filmlook
Filmlook is the name of a form of image processing used on television programs, established in 1989.
Filmlook is the name of a form of image processing used on television programs, established in 1989.
FireWire camera
FireWire cameras use the IEEE 1394 bus standard for the transmission of audio, video and control data.
FireWire cameras use the IEEE 1394 bus standard for the transmission of audio, video and control data.
Flag (lighting)
A flag is a device used in lighting for motion picture and still photography to block light.
A flag is a device used in lighting for motion picture and still photography to block light.
Flying-spot scanner
A flying-spot scanner uses a scanning source of a spot of light, such as a high-resolution, high-light-output, low-persistence Cathode Ray Tube, to scan an image, usually from motion picture fil...
A flying-spot scanner uses a scanning source of a spot of light, such as a high-resolution, high-light-output, low-persistence Cathode Ray Tube, to scan an image, usually from motion picture fil...
FORscene
FORscene is an integrated internet video platform, video editing software, covering non linear editing and publishing for broadcast, web and mobile.
FORscene is an integrated internet video platform, video editing software, covering non linear editing and publishing for broadcast, web and mobile.
Forward looking infrared
Forward looking infrared cameras, typically used on military aircraft, use an imaging technology that senses infrared radiation.
Forward looking infrared cameras, typically used on military aircraft, use an imaging technology that senses infrared radiation.
Frame line
A frame line is the unused space that separates two adjacent images, or film frames, on the release print of a motion picture.
A frame line is the unused space that separates two adjacent images, or film frames, on the release print of a motion picture.
Frame rate
Frame rate (also known as frame frequency) is the frequency (rate) at which an imaging device produces unique consecutive images called frames.
Frame rate (also known as frame frequency) is the frequency (rate) at which an imaging device produces unique consecutive images called frames.
Frame shutter mode
Frame shutter mode, also known as progressive shutter mode is the name that Sony came up with after it developed a progressive-scan CCD for video cameras.
Frame shutter mode, also known as progressive shutter mode is the name that Sony came up with after it developed a progressive-scan CCD for video cameras.
Freeze frame television
Freeze frame television: Television in which fixed ("still") images (the frames of the video) are transmitted sequentially at a rate far too slow to be perceived as continuous motion by human v...
Freeze frame television: Television in which fixed ("still") images (the frames of the video) are transmitted sequentially at a rate far too slow to be perceived as continuous motion by human v...
Fulldome
Fulldome refers to immersive dome-based video projection environments.
Fulldome refers to immersive dome-based video projection environments.
Fullscreen
A fullscreen image or video occupies the screen entirely.
A fullscreen image or video occupies the screen entirely.
Fusion Camera System
Fusion Camera System is a Digital movie camera system developed by James Cameron and Vince Pace.
Fusion Camera System is a Digital movie camera system developed by James Cameron and Vince Pace.
Fxguide
Fxguide, trademarked as fxguide, is a visual effects and post production community website founded by three award winning visual effects artists.
Fxguide, trademarked as fxguide, is a visual effects and post production community website founded by three award winning visual effects artists.
Gasparcolor
Gasparcolor was a colour film system, developed in 1933 by the Hungarian chemist Dr. Bela Gaspar.
Gasparcolor was a colour film system, developed in 1933 by the Hungarian chemist Dr. Bela Gaspar.
Gee Broadcast
Gee Broadcast Systems Ltd was founded in the UK in early 1987 by Keith and Sarah Gee, the Company grew, based on strong technical expertise and customer support.
Gee Broadcast Systems Ltd was founded in the UK in early 1987 by Keith and Sarah Gee, the Company grew, based on strong technical expertise and customer support.
GenArts, Inc.
GenArts, Inc. is a Cambridge, Massachusetts-based developer of visual effects software for the film, broadcast and advertising industries.
GenArts, Inc. is a Cambridge, Massachusetts-based developer of visual effects software for the film, broadcast and advertising industries.
General Exchange Format
General eXchange Format (GXF), is a file exchange format for the transfer of simple and compound clips between television program storage systems.
General eXchange Format (GXF), is a file exchange format for the transfer of simple and compound clips between television program storage systems.
Generator locking
Generator locking is a common technique where the video output of one source, or a specific reference signal from a signal generator, is used to synchronize other television picture sources together.
Generator locking is a common technique where the video output of one source, or a specific reference signal from a signal generator, is used to synchronize other television picture sources together.
Genista Corporation
Genista Corporation uses computational models of human visual and auditory systems to measure what viewers see and hear.
Genista Corporation uses computational models of human visual and auditory systems to measure what viewers see and hear.
Genlock
Genlock is a common technique where the video output of one source, or a specific reference signal from a signal generator, is used to synchronize other television picture sources together.
Genlock is a common technique where the video output of one source, or a specific reference signal from a signal generator, is used to synchronize other television picture sources together.
Georges Valensi
Georges Valensi was a French telecommunications engineer who, in 1938, invented and patented a method of transmitting color images so that they could be received on both color and black & white ...
Georges Valensi was a French telecommunications engineer who, in 1938, invented and patented a method of transmitting color images so that they could be received on both color and black & white ...
Glitch art
Glitch art is the aestheticization of digital or analog errors, such as artifacts and other “bugs”, by either corrupting digital code/data or by physically manipulating electronic devices.
Glitch art is the aestheticization of digital or analog errors, such as artifacts and other “bugs”, by either corrupting digital code/data or by physically manipulating electronic devices.
Gorgon Stare
Gorgon Stare is the name given to a new video capture technology developed by the United States military.
Gorgon Stare is the name given to a new video capture technology developed by the United States military.
Greeble
A greeble or nurnie is a small piece of detailing added to break up the surface of an object to add visual interest to a surface or object, particularly in movie special effects.
A greeble or nurnie is a small piece of detailing added to break up the surface of an object to add visual interest to a surface or object, particularly in movie special effects.
Grid casting
Grid casting or gridcasting is a file and stream sharing system that cooperates transparently by using idle bandwidth on a user's computer to deliver large scale live or on-demand broadcasts.
Grid casting or gridcasting is a file and stream sharing system that cooperates transparently by using idle bandwidth on a user's computer to deliver large scale live or on-demand broadcasts.
Handschiegl color process
The Handschiegl color process produced motion picture film prints with color artificially added to selected areas of the image.
The Handschiegl color process produced motion picture film prints with color artificially added to selected areas of the image.
HD compatible
The term HD compatible has been used in Europe along with the term HD ready to market display devices.
The term HD compatible has been used in Europe along with the term HD ready to market display devices.
HD ready
The HD ready is a certification program introduced in 2005 by EICTA (European Information, Communications and Consumer Electronics Technology Industry Associations), now DIGITALEUROPE.
The HD ready is a certification program introduced in 2005 by EICTA (European Information, Communications and Consumer Electronics Technology Industry Associations), now DIGITALEUROPE.
HDBaseT
HDBaseT, supported by The HDBaseT Alliance, is a consumer electronic connectivity technology for long-distance transmission of uncompressed high-definition video, audio, 100BaseT Ethernet, high-...
HDBaseT, supported by The HDBaseT Alliance, is a consumer electronic connectivity technology for long-distance transmission of uncompressed high-definition video, audio, 100BaseT Ethernet, high-...
HDfury
HDfury is a small external DAC and HDCP stripper designed to connect copy-protected digital sources to analog displays.
HDfury is a small external DAC and HDCP stripper designed to connect copy-protected digital sources to analog displays.
HDMI
HDMI is a compact audio/video interface for transferring uncompressed digital audio/video data from a HDMI-compliant device to a compatible digital audio device, computer monitor, video projecto...
HDMI is a compact audio/video interface for transferring uncompressed digital audio/video data from a HDMI-compliant device to a compatible digital audio device, computer monitor, video projecto...
HDMI Licensing
HDMI Licensing, LLC was founded by Hitachi, Matsushita, Philips, Silicon Image, Sony, Thomson and Toshiba and is their licensing vehicle for the HDMI standard.
HDMI Licensing, LLC was founded by Hitachi, Matsushita, Philips, Silicon Image, Sony, Thomson and Toshiba and is their licensing vehicle for the HDMI standard.
HDTV-Rip
HDTV-Rip is a method of copying video that involves recording HDTV television shows or movies broadcast from a high definition source, often with 5.1 surround sound.
HDTV-Rip is a method of copying video that involves recording HDTV television shows or movies broadcast from a high definition source, often with 5.1 surround sound.
Heligimbal
The Cineflex Heligimbal is a recently developed form of gimbal technology in the form of a motion-stabilized helicopter mount for motion picture cameras.
The Cineflex Heligimbal is a recently developed form of gimbal technology in the form of a motion-stabilized helicopter mount for motion picture cameras.
HiDef
HiDef (short for high definition), also called 24p, is a 24 frames-per-second digital video format for high-resolution capture of motion pictures.
HiDef (short for high definition), also called 24p, is a 24 frames-per-second digital video format for high-resolution capture of motion pictures.
High bit rate media transport
High bit rate media transport (HBRMT) formerly known as High bit rate audio video over IP (HBRAV-IP), is a proposed standard for data encapsulation and forward error correction...
High bit rate media transport (HBRMT) formerly known as High bit rate audio video over IP (HBRAV-IP), is a proposed standard for data encapsulation and forward error correction...
High-definition television
High-definition television provides a resolution that is substantially higher than that of standard-definition television.
High-definition television provides a resolution that is substantially higher than that of standard-definition television.
High-definition video
High-definition video or HD video refers to any video system of higher resolution than standard-definition video, and most commonly involves display resolutions of 1,280×720 pixels or 1,92...
High-definition video or HD video refers to any video system of higher resolution than standard-definition video, and most commonly involves display resolutions of 1,280×720 pixels or 1,92...
High-motion
High motion is the characteristic of video or film footage displayed possessing a sufficiently high frame rate that moving images do not blur or strobe even when tracked closely by the eye.
High motion is the characteristic of video or film footage displayed possessing a sufficiently high frame rate that moving images do not blur or strobe even when tracked closely by the eye.
High-speed camera
A high-speed camera is a device used for recording fast moving objects as a photographic image onto a storage medium.
A high-speed camera is a device used for recording fast moving objects as a photographic image onto a storage medium.
Hole cam
In poker, a hole cam (or pocket cam) is a camera that displays a player's face-down cards (known as "hole cards") to television viewers.
In poker, a hole cam (or pocket cam) is a camera that displays a player's face-down cards (known as "hole cards") to television viewers.
Horizontal blanking interval
Horizontal blanking interval refers to a part of the process of displaying images on a computer monitor or television screen via raster scanning.
Horizontal blanking interval refers to a part of the process of displaying images on a computer monitor or television screen via raster scanning.
Hybrid digital TV
Hybrid digital TV (Hybrid TV) can show digital TV content from a number of different sources including traditional broadcast TV, internet, and connected devices in the home.
Hybrid digital TV (Hybrid TV) can show digital TV content from a number of different sources including traditional broadcast TV, internet, and connected devices in the home.
Hydrargyrum medium-arc iodide lamp
Hydrargyrum medium-arc iodide, or HMI, is a Osram brand metal-halide gas discharge medium arc-length lamp manufactured for the film and entertainment industry.
Hydrargyrum medium-arc iodide, or HMI, is a Osram brand metal-halide gas discharge medium arc-length lamp manufactured for the film and entertainment industry.
Ikegami Tsushinki
Ikegami Tsushinki Co., Ltd. is a Japanese manufacturer of professional and broadcast television equipment, especially professional video cameras, both for electronic news gathering and studio use.
Ikegami Tsushinki Co., Ltd. is a Japanese manufacturer of professional and broadcast television equipment, especially professional video cameras, both for electronic news gathering and studio use.
Immersive Media
Immersive Media Company (IMC) is a digital imaging company specializing in spherical immersive video.
Immersive Media Company (IMC) is a digital imaging company specializing in spherical immersive video.
In-camera editing
In-camera editing is the technique in filmmaking and video production of shooting shots in the exact sequence that they will be seen on the movie theater screen or television program.
In-camera editing is the technique in filmmaking and video production of shooting shots in the exact sequence that they will be seen on the movie theater screen or television program.
Individual Television Experience
The Individual Television Experience (or Individual TV Experience) is a collection of consumer demands and behavioral patterns that includes the personalization of television viewing, including ...
The Individual Television Experience (or Individual TV Experience) is a collection of consumer demands and behavioral patterns that includes the personalization of television viewing, including ...
Industrial Light & Magic's proprietary Saber
Industrial Light and Magic's proprietary Sabre compositing technology is actually based on Discreet Logic's Inferno and Flame.
Industrial Light and Magic's proprietary Sabre compositing technology is actually based on Discreet Logic's Inferno and Flame.
Inflatable movie screen
An inflatable movie screen is an inflatable framework with an attached projection screen.
An inflatable movie screen is an inflatable framework with an attached projection screen.
Ingex
Ingex is an open-source (GPL) suite of software for the digital capture of audio and video data, without the need for traditional audio or video tape or cassettes.
Ingex is an open-source (GPL) suite of software for the digital capture of audio and video data, without the need for traditional audio or video tape or cassettes.
Inter frame
An inter frame is a frame in a video compression stream which is expressed in terms of one or more neighboring frames.
An inter frame is a frame in a video compression stream which is expressed in terms of one or more neighboring frames.
Interlaced video
Interlaced video is a technique of doubling the perceived frame rate introduced with the signal used with analog television without consuming extra bandwidth.
Interlaced video is a technique of doubling the perceived frame rate introduced with the signal used with analog television without consuming extra bandwidth.
International Video Corporation
International Video Corporation, or IVC, was a California company that manufactured several models of low to middle-end videotape recorders, or VTRs, for industrial and professional use.
International Video Corporation, or IVC, was a California company that manufactured several models of low to middle-end videotape recorders, or VTRs, for industrial and professional use.
International Webcasting Association
The International Webcasting Association (IWA) is a non-profit organization that works to promote effective and efficient delivery of multimedia content, including webcasting and streaming media...
The International Webcasting Association (IWA) is a non-profit organization that works to promote effective and efficient delivery of multimedia content, including webcasting and streaming media...
Internegative
An internegative, also referred to as Color reversal internegative or CRI, is a motion picture film duplication process designed by Kodak in the 1970s as an alternative to existing p...
An internegative, also referred to as Color reversal internegative or CRI, is a motion picture film duplication process designed by Kodak in the 1970s as an alternative to existing p...
Internet television
Internet television is the digital distribution of television content via the Internet.
Internet television is the digital distribution of television content via the Internet.
Interpositive
An interpositive, intermediate positive, IP or master positive is an orange-based motion picture film with a positive image made from the edited camera negative.
An interpositive, intermediate positive, IP or master positive is an orange-based motion picture film with a positive image made from the edited camera negative.
Inview Technology
Inview Technology is a UK based company, and is the world leading supplier of royalty free EPGs, in partnership with companies such as Teletext and Acetrax are turning low-cost TVs into connecte...
Inview Technology is a UK based company, and is the world leading supplier of royalty free EPGs, in partnership with companies such as Teletext and Acetrax are turning low-cost TVs into connecte...
IPTV
Internet Protocol television (IPTV) is a system through which television services are delivered using the Internet protocol suite over a packet-switched network such as the Internet, inste...
Internet Protocol television (IPTV) is a system through which television services are delivered using the Internet protocol suite over a packet-switched network such as the Internet, inste...
ITU-R BT.656
ITU-R Recommendation BT.656, sometimes also called ITU656, describes a simple digital video protocol for streaming uncompressed PAL or NTSC Standard Definition TV (525 or 625 lines) signals.
ITU-R Recommendation BT.656, sometimes also called ITU656, describes a simple digital video protocol for streaming uncompressed PAL or NTSC Standard Definition TV (525 or 625 lines) signals.
Jaycut
JayCut is an internet based video editing software tool that along with competitors Jumpcut.com, Motionbox and Eyespot were the first to offer this Web 2.0 feature pioneered by FORscene, later a...
JayCut is an internet based video editing software tool that along with competitors Jumpcut.com, Motionbox and Eyespot were the first to offer this Web 2.0 feature pioneered by FORscene, later a...
Jerkiness
Jerkiness, sometimes called strobing, describes the perception of individual still images in a motion picture.
Jerkiness, sometimes called strobing, describes the perception of individual still images in a motion picture.
Keller-Dorian cinematography
Keller-Dorian cinematography was French technique from the 1920s for filming movies in color.
Keller-Dorian cinematography was French technique from the 1920s for filming movies in color.
Ken Morse
Ken Morse (born c.1944) is often described as Britain's leading rostrum camera operator.
Ken Morse (born c.1944) is often described as Britain's leading rostrum camera operator.
Keystone Camera Company
The Keystone Camera Company was an American manufacturer of consumer photographic equipment.
The Keystone Camera Company was an American manufacturer of consumer photographic equipment.
Kinect
Kinect is a motion sensing input device by Microsoft for the Xbox 360 video game console and Windows PCs. Based around a webcam-style add-on peripheral for the Xbox 360 console, it enables users...
Kinect is a motion sensing input device by Microsoft for the Xbox 360 video game console and Windows PCs. Based around a webcam-style add-on peripheral for the Xbox 360 console, it enables users...
Kinemacolor
Kinemacolor was the first successful color motion picture process, used commercially from 1908 to 1914.
Kinemacolor was the first successful color motion picture process, used commercially from 1908 to 1914.
Kinora
The Mutoscope was an early motion picture device, patented by Herman Casler on November 21, 1894.
The Mutoscope was an early motion picture device, patented by Herman Casler on November 21, 1894.
Kodacolor (filmmaking)
In motion pictures, Kodak's Kodacolor brand was associated with an early lenticular (additive color) film system, first introduced in 1928 for 16mm film.
In motion pictures, Kodak's Kodacolor brand was associated with an early lenticular (additive color) film system, first introduced in 1928 for 16mm film.
Kodascope
Kodascope is a name created by Eastman Kodak Company for the projector it placed on the market in 1923 as part of the first 16mm motion picture equipment.
Kodascope is a name created by Eastman Kodak Company for the projector it placed on the market in 1923 as part of the first 16mm motion picture equipment.
LANC
LANC or Local Application Control Bus System, also known as Control-L is a protocol by Sony used to synchronize camcorders and cameras.
LANC or Local Application Control Bus System, also known as Control-L is a protocol by Sony used to synchronize camcorders and cameras.
Latham loop
The Latham Loop is used in film projection and image capture.
The Latham Loop is used in film projection and image capture.
Letterbox
Letterboxing is the practice of transferring film shot in a widescreen aspect ratio to standard-width video formats while preserving the film's original aspect ratio.
Letterboxing is the practice of transferring film shot in a widescreen aspect ratio to standard-width video formats while preserving the film's original aspect ratio.
Lightworks
Lightworks is a professional NLE system for editing and mastering of movies in 2K and 4K as well as television productions in PAL, NTSC and HD. Lightworks is a pioneer in computer-based film edi...
Lightworks is a professional NLE system for editing and mastering of movies in 2K and 4K as well as television productions in PAL, NTSC and HD. Lightworks is a pioneer in computer-based film edi...
Line doubler
A line doubler is a device used to deinterlace video signals prior to display.
A line doubler is a device used to deinterlace video signals prior to display.
Linear timecode
Linear (or Longitudinal) Timecode (LTC) is an encoding of SMPTE timecode data in an audio signal, as defined in SMPTE 12M specification.
Linear (or Longitudinal) Timecode (LTC) is an encoding of SMPTE timecode data in an audio signal, as defined in SMPTE 12M specification.
Linear video editing
Linear video editing is a video editing post-production process of selecting, arranging and modifying images and sound in an predetermined, ordered sequence.
Linear video editing is a video editing post-production process of selecting, arranging and modifying images and sound in an predetermined, ordered sequence.
Lines of resolution
Lines of resolution is a measure of horizontal resolution in a video system, as measured by the number of vertical black lines that can be resolved on a white background.
Lines of resolution is a measure of horizontal resolution in a video system, as measured by the number of vertical black lines that can be resolved on a white background.
LiveU
LiveU Inc. is a company based in the United States that produces technology for television broadcasters to enable live video links via wireless cellular networks.
LiveU Inc. is a company based in the United States that produces technology for television broadcasters to enable live video links via wireless cellular networks.
Low-angle shot
In cinematography, a low-angle shot, is a shot from a camera positioned low on the vertical axis, anywhere below the eyeline, looking up.
In cinematography, a low-angle shot, is a shot from a camera positioned low on the vertical axis, anywhere below the eyeline, looking up.
Luma (video)
In video, luma, sometimes called luminance, represents the brightness in an image (the "black-and-white" or achromatic portion of the image).
In video, luma, sometimes called luminance, represents the brightness in an image (the "black-and-white" or achromatic portion of the image).
Luminance (relative)
Relative luminance follows the photometric definition of luminance, but with the values normalized to 1 or 100 for a reference white.
Relative luminance follows the photometric definition of luminance, but with the values normalized to 1 or 100 for a reference white.
Machinima
Machinima ( or ) is the use of real-time 3D computer graphics rendering engines to create a cinematic production.
Machinima ( or ) is the use of real-time 3D computer graphics rendering engines to create a cinematic production.
Madcap (project)
Madcap is a prototype system for using computers to automatically segment and highlight a video stream that was designed by Dan Russell's group at PARC. The digital video of weekly forums was st...
Madcap is a prototype system for using computers to automatically segment and highlight a video stream that was designed by Dan Russell's group at PARC. The digital video of weekly forums was st...
Magisto
Magisto is a web application that provides a free automatic video editing service for amateurs.
Magisto is a web application that provides a free automatic video editing service for amateurs.
Magnacolor
Magnacolor was a color film process owned by Consolidated Film Industries.
Magnacolor was a color film process owned by Consolidated Film Industries.
Married print
A married print is a film print which has had an optical soundtrack added onto the print.
A married print is a film print which has had an optical soundtrack added onto the print.
Marryoke
Marryoke is the documentation and performance of a song which is traditionally produced at a wedding by a wedding videographer.
Marryoke is the documentation and performance of a song which is traditionally produced at a wedding by a wedding videographer.
Material Exchange Format
Material eXchange Format (MXF) is a container format for professional digital video and audio media defined by a set of SMPTE standards.
Material eXchange Format (MXF) is a container format for professional digital video and audio media defined by a set of SMPTE standards.
Matte (filmmaking)
Mattes are used in photography and special effects filmmaking to combine two or more image elements into a single, final image.
Mattes are used in photography and special effects filmmaking to combine two or more image elements into a single, final image.
Matte box
In still photography and video, a matte box is a device used on the end of a lens to block the sun or other light source in order to prevent glare and lens flare.
In still photography and video, a matte box is a device used on the end of a lens to block the sun or other light source in order to prevent glare and lens flare.
Matte painting
A matte painting is a painted representation of a landscape, set, or distant location that allows filmmakers to create the illusion of an environment that would otherwise be too expensive or imp...
A matte painting is a painted representation of a landscape, set, or distant location that allows filmmakers to create the illusion of an environment that would otherwise be too expensive or imp...
Media Coach
Media Coach is a propietary video motion analysis tool developed by Spanish media company, Mediapro, for the 42 football clubs of the Liga de Fútbol Profesional.
Media Coach is a propietary video motion analysis tool developed by Spanish media company, Mediapro, for the 42 football clubs of the Liga de Fútbol Profesional.
Media dispatch group
The Media Dispatch Group was created in 2003 as an activity of the Professional-MPEG Forum to create a vendor-neutral open technology to create integrated solutions for the professional exchange...
The Media Dispatch Group was created in 2003 as an activity of the Professional-MPEG Forum to create a vendor-neutral open technology to create integrated solutions for the professional exchange...
Media Dispatch Protocol
The Media Dispatch Protocol (MDP) was developed by the Pro-MPEG Media Dispatch Group to provide an open standard for secure, automated, and tapeless delivery of audio, video and associated data ...
The Media Dispatch Protocol (MDP) was developed by the Pro-MPEG Media Dispatch Group to provide an open standard for secure, automated, and tapeless delivery of audio, video and associated data ...
Megasound
Megasound was the name of a movie theater sound system created by Warner Bros.
Megasound was the name of a movie theater sound system created by Warner Bros.
Metrocolor
Metrocolor is the trade name used by Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer for films processed at their laboratory.
Metrocolor is the trade name used by Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer for films processed at their laboratory.
MicroHD
MicroHD (mHD) is a video file created from HD sources using H.264/MPEG-4 AVC video compression and AAC audio compression standards.
MicroHD (mHD) is a video file created from HD sources using H.264/MPEG-4 AVC video compression and AAC audio compression standards.
Microsoft Video 1
Microsoft Video 1 or MS-CRAM is an early video compression and decompression algorithm (codec) that was released with version 1.0 of Microsoft's Video for Windows in November 1992.
Microsoft Video 1 or MS-CRAM is an early video compression and decompression algorithm (codec) that was released with version 1.0 of Microsoft's Video for Windows in November 1992.
Mini35
A P+S Technik Mini35 adapter is a depth-of-field adapter for use with 35 mm lenses on a video camera while maintaining identical depth of field and angle of view as the same lens on a 35&nb...
A P+S Technik Mini35 adapter is a depth-of-field adapter for use with 35 mm lenses on a video camera while maintaining identical depth of field and angle of view as the same lens on a 35&nb...
Miniature effect
In the field of special effects a miniature effect is a special effect generated by the use of scale models.
In the field of special effects a miniature effect is a special effect generated by the use of scale models.
MITC (SMPTE)
MITC (Media Industry Technologist Certification) is a media industry certification to provide guidance to the suitability of an individual to work in a certain domain of the media industry.
MITC (Media Industry Technologist Certification) is a media industry certification to provide guidance to the suitability of an individual to work in a certain domain of the media industry.
Mobile High-definition Link
Mobile High-Definition Link is a proposed industry standard for a mobile audio/video interface for directly connecting mobile phones and other portable consumer electronics devices to high-defin...
Mobile High-Definition Link is a proposed industry standard for a mobile audio/video interface for directly connecting mobile phones and other portable consumer electronics devices to high-defin...
Motion coding
Motion coding is a technique that can be viewed as extensions of the standard block-matching techniques in other MPEG standard to image sequences of arbitrary shape.
Motion coding is a technique that can be viewed as extensions of the standard block-matching techniques in other MPEG standard to image sequences of arbitrary shape.
Motion compensation
Motion compensation is an algorithmic technique employed in the encoding of video data for video compression, for example in the generation of MPEG-2 files.
Motion compensation is an algorithmic technique employed in the encoding of video data for video compression, for example in the generation of MPEG-2 files.
Motion graphics
Motion graphics are graphics that use video footage and/or animation technology to create the illusion of motion or rotation, graphics are usually combined with audio for use in multimedia projects.
Motion graphics are graphics that use video footage and/or animation technology to create the illusion of motion or rotation, graphics are usually combined with audio for use in multimedia projects.
Motion picture film scanner
A motion picture film scanner is a device used in digital filmmaking to scan original film for storage as high-resolution digital intermediate files.
A motion picture film scanner is a device used in digital filmmaking to scan original film for storage as high-resolution digital intermediate files.
MotionDSP
MotionDSP is a Silicon Valley startup which has developed multi-frame video enhancement software that improves the quality video using super-resolution techniques.
MotionDSP is a Silicon Valley startup which has developed multi-frame video enhancement software that improves the quality video using super-resolution techniques.
MotionScan
MotionScan is a motion capture technology developed by Australian company Depth Analysis, a sister company of Team Bondi.
MotionScan is a motion capture technology developed by Australian company Depth Analysis, a sister company of Team Bondi.
Mouse teeth
Mouse teeth or herringbone pattern is the term for a distortion arising from deinterlacing video.
Mouse teeth or herringbone pattern is the term for a distortion arising from deinterlacing video.
Movie camera
The movie camera is a type of photographic camera which takes a rapid sequence of photographs on strips of film which was very popular for private use in the last century until its successor, th...
The movie camera is a type of photographic camera which takes a rapid sequence of photographs on strips of film which was very popular for private use in the last century until its successor, th...
Movie projector
A movie projector is an opto-mechanical device for displaying moving pictures by projecting them on a projection screen.
A movie projector is an opto-mechanical device for displaying moving pictures by projecting them on a projection screen.
Movietone sound system
The Movietone sound system is a sound-on-film method of recording sound for motion pictures that guarantees synchronization between sound and picture.
The Movietone sound system is a sound-on-film method of recording sound for motion pictures that guarantees synchronization between sound and picture.
Moving Picture Experts Group
The Moving Picture Experts Group is a working group of experts that was formed by ISO and IEC to set standards for audio and video compression and transmission.
The Moving Picture Experts Group is a working group of experts that was formed by ISO and IEC to set standards for audio and video compression and transmission.
MPEG encoding
MPEG encoding is the process of capturing or converting video and/or audio to one of several MPEG video and/or audio standards for distribution or for archiving to optical disc.
MPEG encoding is the process of capturing or converting video and/or audio to one of several MPEG video and/or audio standards for distribution or for archiving to optical disc.
MPEG Industry Forum
The MPEG Industry Forum (MPEGIF) is a non-profit consortium dedicated to "further the adoption of MPEG Standards, by establishing them as well accepted and widely used standards among cr...
The MPEG Industry Forum (MPEGIF) is a non-profit consortium dedicated to "further the adoption of MPEG Standards, by establishing them as well accepted and widely used standards among cr...
MPEG-1 Audio Layer I
MPEG-1 Audio Layer I, commonly abbreviated to MP1, is one of three audio formats included in the MPEG-1 standard.
MPEG-1 Audio Layer I, commonly abbreviated to MP1, is one of three audio formats included in the MPEG-1 standard.
MuEv
MuEv is an acronym for Mutual Events.
MuEv is an acronym for Mutual Events.
Mutoscope
The Mutoscope was an early motion picture device, patented by Herman Casler on November 21, 1894.
The Mutoscope was an early motion picture device, patented by Herman Casler on November 21, 1894.
Mutoscope cards
Mutoscope cards were 5.25" x 3.25" (13.3 cm x 8.25 cm) cards were published during the 1940s by the International Mutoscope Reel Company and other firms.
Mutoscope cards were 5.25" x 3.25" (13.3 cm x 8.25 cm) cards were published during the 1940s by the International Mutoscope Reel Company and other firms.
Naraloop
A naraloop is a video clip, usually less than 10 seconds, that tells a story or a living moment by repeating it endlessly in a loop.
A naraloop is a video clip, usually less than 10 seconds, that tells a story or a living moment by repeating it endlessly in a loop.
Natural color
Natural Color was a term used in the beginning of film and later on in the 1920s, and early 1930s as a color film process that actually filmed color images, rather than a color tinted or col...
Natural Color was a term used in the beginning of film and later on in the 1920s, and early 1930s as a color film process that actually filmed color images, rather than a color tinted or col...
Navigational Cinema
Navigational Cinema is a technology found exclusively on high definition optical formats (HD DVD & Blu-Ray).
Navigational Cinema is a technology found exclusively on high definition optical formats (HD DVD & Blu-Ray).
Negative cutting
Negative cutting is the process of cutting motion picture negative to match precisely the final edit as specified by the film editor.
Negative cutting is the process of cutting motion picture negative to match precisely the final edit as specified by the film editor.
Negative pulldown
Negative pulldown is the manner in which an image is exposed on a film stock, described in the number of film perforations spanned by an individual frame.
Negative pulldown is the manner in which an image is exposed on a film stock, described in the number of film perforations spanned by an individual frame.
NewTek
NewTek, Inc. is a San Antonio, Texas-based hardware and software company that produces live and post-production video tools and visual imaging software for personal computers.
NewTek, Inc. is a San Antonio, Texas-based hardware and software company that produces live and post-production video tools and visual imaging software for personal computers.
NICE Systems
NICE Systems Ltd. (נייס מערכות), together with its subsidiaries, provides solutions that enable enterprises and security organizations to extract insight from interactions, transactions and surv...
NICE Systems Ltd. (נייס מערכות), together with its subsidiaries, provides solutions that enable enterprises and security organizations to extract insight from interactions, transactions and surv...
NiLA Lighting System
The Nila Lighting System is a modular, energy efficient LED lighting system designed for film and television.
The Nila Lighting System is a modular, energy efficient LED lighting system designed for film and television.
Nitrocellulose
Nitrocellulose is a highly flammable compound formed by nitrating cellulose through exposure to nitric acid or another powerful nitrating agent.
Nitrocellulose is a highly flammable compound formed by nitrating cellulose through exposure to nitric acid or another powerful nitrating agent.
Noise Industries
Noise Industries sells digital video plug-ins for compositing software and NLEs such as Adobe After Effects, Apple Final Cut Pro, Final Cut Express and Apple Motion.
Noise Industries sells digital video plug-ins for compositing software and NLEs such as Adobe After Effects, Apple Final Cut Pro, Final Cut Express and Apple Motion.
Non-destructive editing
Non-destructive editing is a form of editing signals where the original content is not modified in the course of editing—instead the edits themselves are edited by video editing software on a no...
Non-destructive editing is a form of editing signals where the original content is not modified in the course of editing—instead the edits themselves are edited by video editing software on a no...
Non-linear editing system
A non-linear editing system is a video - or audio editing digital audio workstation system which can perform non-destructive editing on the source material.
A non-linear editing system is a video - or audio editing digital audio workstation system which can perform non-destructive editing on the source material.
Offline editing
Offline editing is part of the post-production process of filmmaking and television production in which raw footage is copied and edited, without affecting the camera original film or video tape.
Offline editing is part of the post-production process of filmmaking and television production in which raw footage is copied and edited, without affecting the camera original film or video tape.
On-screen display
An on-screen display (abbreviated OSD) is an image superimposed on a screen picture, commonly used by modern television sets, VCRs, and DVD players to display information such as volume, c...
An on-screen display (abbreviated OSD) is an image superimposed on a screen picture, commonly used by modern television sets, VCRs, and DVD players to display information such as volume, c...
OnDemand
In Demand (capitalized as a trademark as iN DEMAND) is a provider of pay-per-view and subscription video-on-demand services, jointly owned by Comcast, Cox Communications, and Time Warner E...
In Demand (capitalized as a trademark as iN DEMAND) is a provider of pay-per-view and subscription video-on-demand services, jointly owned by Comcast, Cox Communications, and Time Warner E...
One Race Films
One Race Films (also known as One Race Productions) is a video production company established in 1995 in Los Angeles by actor, writer, director, and producer Vin Diesel.
One Race Films (also known as One Race Productions) is a video production company established in 1995 in Los Angeles by actor, writer, director, and producer Vin Diesel.
Online editing
Online editing is an older post-production linear video editing process that is performed in the final stage of a video production.
Online editing is an older post-production linear video editing process that is performed in the final stage of a video production.
Online Video Platform
An Online Video Platform, in short an OVP, is a solution de deliver media content via Internet to an audience watching it on Internet connected terminals : PC, mobile phone, tablet, connected TV...
An Online Video Platform, in short an OVP, is a solution de deliver media content via Internet to an audience watching it on Internet connected terminals : PC, mobile phone, tablet, connected TV...
OpenCube Technologies
OpenCube Technologies is a French company headquartered in Toulouse, member of the belgian group EVS Broadcast Equipment.
OpenCube Technologies is a French company headquartered in Toulouse, member of the belgian group EVS Broadcast Equipment.
OpenGear Terminal Equipment Platform
The openGear Terminal Equipment Platform is a modular platform for terminal equipment used for video, audio and data signal processing and distribution in the broadcast and production industries.
The openGear Terminal Equipment Platform is a modular platform for terminal equipment used for video, audio and data signal processing and distribution in the broadcast and production industries.
OpenShot Video Editor
OpenShot Video Editor is open-source, video editing software package for Linux, built with Python, GTK, and the MLT Framework.
OpenShot Video Editor is open-source, video editing software package for Linux, built with Python, GTK, and the MLT Framework.
Original camera negative
The original camera negative (OCN) is the film in a motion picture camera which captures the original image.
The original camera negative (OCN) is the film in a motion picture camera which captures the original image.
P2PTV
The term P2PTV refers to peer-to-peer software applications designed to redistribute video streams in real time on a P2P network; the distributed video streams are typically TV channels from all...
The term P2PTV refers to peer-to-peer software applications designed to redistribute video streams in real time on a P2P network; the distributed video streams are typically TV channels from all...
Pandora International
Pandora International is a maker of hardware and software.
Pandora International is a maker of hardware and software.
Panvidea
Panvidea. is a cloud-based based digital media services provider that specializes in the storage, preparation, processing and packaging of professional entertainment and advertising content fo...
Panvidea. is a cloud-based based digital media services provider that specializes in the storage, preparation, processing and packaging of professional entertainment and advertising content fo...
Pathécolor
Pathécolor, later renamed Pathéchrome, was an early manual stencil-based film tinting process for movies developed by Pathé in the early 20th century.
Pathécolor, later renamed Pathéchrome, was an early manual stencil-based film tinting process for movies developed by Pathé in the early 20th century.
PDTV
PDTV is an abbreviation short for Pure Digital Television.
PDTV is an abbreviation short for Pure Digital Television.
Peak signal-to-noise ratio
The phrase peak signal-to-noise ratio, often abbreviated PSNR, is an engineering term for the ratio between the maximum possible power of a signal and the power of corrupting noise that af...
The phrase peak signal-to-noise ratio, often abbreviated PSNR, is an engineering term for the ratio between the maximum possible power of a signal and the power of corrupting noise that af...
Perspecta
Perspecta was a directional motion picture sound system, invented by the laboratories at Fine Sound Inc. in 1954.
Perspecta was a directional motion picture sound system, invented by the laboratories at Fine Sound Inc. in 1954.
Petro Vlahos
Petro Vlahos is a Hollywood special effects pioneer who developed the color-difference bluescreen process for the Motion Picture Research Council and, with his son Paul Vlahos, founded the Ultim...
Petro Vlahos is a Hollywood special effects pioneer who developed the color-difference bluescreen process for the Motion Picture Research Council and, with his son Paul Vlahos, founded the Ultim...
PEVQ
PEVQ (Perceptual Evaluation of Video Quality) is a standardized end-to-end (E2E) measurement algorithm to score the picture quality of a video presentation by means of a 5-point mean opini...
PEVQ (Perceptual Evaluation of Video Quality) is a standardized end-to-end (E2E) measurement algorithm to score the picture quality of a video presentation by means of a 5-point mean opini...
Phonoscène
The Phonoscène was an antecedent of music video and was regarded by Michel Chion, Noël Burch and Richard Abel as a foreunner of sound film.
The Phonoscène was an antecedent of music video and was regarded by Michel Chion, Noël Burch and Richard Abel as a foreunner of sound film.
Photographophone
A Photographophone is a device that was first developed by Ernst Ruhmer of Berlin, Germany in 1900.
A Photographophone is a device that was first developed by Ernst Ruhmer of Berlin, Germany in 1900.
Photokinema
Photo-Kinema (some sources say Phono-Kinema) was a sound-on-disc system for motion pictures invented by Orlando Kellum.
Photo-Kinema (some sources say Phono-Kinema) was a sound-on-disc system for motion pictures invented by Orlando Kellum.
Pillarbox
The pillarbox effect occurs in widescreen video displays when black bars are placed on the sides of the image.
The pillarbox effect occurs in widescreen video displays when black bars are placed on the sides of the image.
Pilottone
Pilottone and the related neo-pilottone are special synchronization signals recorded by analog audio recorders designed for use in motion picture production.
Pilottone and the related neo-pilottone are special synchronization signals recorded by analog audio recorders designed for use in motion picture production.
Pinnacle Systems
Pinnacle Systems, Inc. is a California-based American manufacturer of digital video hardware and software for the consumer and broadcast markets.
Pinnacle Systems, Inc. is a California-based American manufacturer of digital video hardware and software for the consumer and broadcast markets.
Pioneer Kuro
Kuro was the brand name that Pioneer Corporation used for its line of high-definition plasma televisions.
Kuro was the brand name that Pioneer Corporation used for its line of high-definition plasma televisions.
Piranesi (Software)
Piranesi is an interactive paint system that enables the user to create artistic images from 3D scenes created using conventional modeling applications.
Piranesi is an interactive paint system that enables the user to create artistic images from 3D scenes created using conventional modeling applications.
PiTiVi
PiTiVi is a open source non-linear video editor developed by Collabora and contributors from the worldwide community.
PiTiVi is a open source non-linear video editor developed by Collabora and contributors from the worldwide community.
Pixel aspect ratio
Pixel aspect ratio (often abbreviated PAR) is a mathematical ratio that describes how the width of a pixel in a digital image compares to the height of that pixel.
Pixel aspect ratio (often abbreviated PAR) is a mathematical ratio that describes how the width of a pixel in a digital image compares to the height of that pixel.
Pixela Corporation
Pixela Corporation is a Japanese manufacturer of PC peripheral hardware and multimedia software.
Pixela Corporation is a Japanese manufacturer of PC peripheral hardware and multimedia software.
Polacolor
Polacolor was a post-World War II motion picture color process developed by the Polaroid Corporation.
Polacolor was a post-World War II motion picture color process developed by the Polaroid Corporation.
Polavision, Polachrome and Polapan
Polavision was an instant movie camera system launched by Polaroid in 1977.
Polavision was an instant movie camera system launched by Polaroid in 1977.
Portrayal of East Asians in Hollywood
East Asians have not always been accurately represented in Hollywood.
East Asians have not always been accurately represented in Hollywood.
Portrayal of Native Americans in Film
The portrayal of Native Americans in film has been contentious, raising allegations of racism.
The portrayal of Native Americans in film has been contentious, raising allegations of racism.
Post-production
Post-production is part of filmmaking and the video production process.
Post-production is part of filmmaking and the video production process.
Primatte chromakey technology
Primatte is a high-end chroma key technology used in motion picture, television and photographic host applications to remove solid colored backgrounds (greenscreen or bluescreen usually) and rep...
Primatte is a high-end chroma key technology used in motion picture, television and photographic host applications to remove solid colored backgrounds (greenscreen or bluescreen usually) and rep...
Prizma
The Prizma Color system was a technique of color motion picture photography, invented in 1913 by William Van Doren Kelley and Charles Raleigh.
The Prizma Color system was a technique of color motion picture photography, invented in 1913 by William Van Doren Kelley and Charles Raleigh.
Pro-MPEG
Pro-MPEG – the Professional-MPEG Forum – is an association of broadcasters, program makers, equipment manufacturers, and component suppliers with interests in realizing the int...
Pro-MPEG – the Professional-MPEG Forum – is an association of broadcasters, program makers, equipment manufacturers, and component suppliers with interests in realizing the int...
ProCoder
ProCoder is a video encoding and transcoding software initially developed by the Canopus Corporation, now the Thomson SA.
ProCoder is a video encoding and transcoding software initially developed by the Canopus Corporation, now the Thomson SA.
Professional video camera
A professional video camera (often called a television camera even though the use has spread beyond television) is a high-end device for creating electronic moving images (as opposed to a ...
A professional video camera (often called a television camera even though the use has spread beyond television) is a high-end device for creating electronic moving images (as opposed to a ...
Progressive scan
Progressive scanning is a way of displaying, storing, or transmitting moving images in which all the lines of each frame are drawn in sequence.
Progressive scanning is a way of displaying, storing, or transmitting moving images in which all the lines of each frame are drawn in sequence.
Progressive scan DVD player
A progressive scan DVD player is a DVD player that can output video in a progressive scan format such as 480p (NTSC) or 576p (PAL).
A progressive scan DVD player is a DVD player that can output video in a progressive scan format such as 480p (NTSC) or 576p (PAL).
Progressive segmented frame
Progressive segmented Frame (PsF, sF, SF) is a scheme designed to acquire, store, modify, and distribute progressive-scan video using interlaced equipment and media.
Progressive segmented Frame (PsF, sF, SF) is a scheme designed to acquire, store, modify, and distribute progressive-scan video using interlaced equipment and media.
Projection screen
A projection screen is an installation consisting of a surface and a support structure used for displaying a projected image for the view of an audience.
A projection screen is an installation consisting of a surface and a support structure used for displaying a projected image for the view of an audience.
ProRes 422
ProRes is a lossy video compression format developed by Apple Inc. for use in post production that supports up to 4k, it is the successor of the Apple Intermediate Codec and was introduced in 20...
ProRes is a lossy video compression format developed by Apple Inc. for use in post production that supports up to 4k, it is the successor of the Apple Intermediate Codec and was introduced in 20...
ProRes 4444
ProRes 4444 is a lossy video compression format developed by Apple Inc. for use in post production that can handle standard definition, high definition, and 2K material.
ProRes 4444 is a lossy video compression format developed by Apple Inc. for use in post production that can handle standard definition, high definition, and 2K material.
Quadruplex videotape
2-inch quadruplex videotape (also called 2″ quad, or just quad, for short) was the first practical and commercially successful analog recording videotape format.
2-inch quadruplex videotape (also called 2″ quad, or just quad, for short) was the first practical and commercially successful analog recording videotape format.
Quantel
Quantel is a company based in the United Kingdom and founded in 1973 that designs and manufactures digital production equipment for the broadcast television, video production and motion picture ...
Quantel is a company based in the United Kingdom and founded in 1973 that designs and manufactures digital production equipment for the broadcast television, video production and motion picture ...
Quantel Mirage
The Quantel Mirage, or DVM8000/1 "Digital Video Manipulator", was a digital real-time video effects processor introduced by Quantel in 1982.
The Quantel Mirage, or DVM8000/1 "Digital Video Manipulator", was a digital real-time video effects processor introduced by Quantel in 1982.
Quantel Paintbox
The Quantel Paintbox was a dedicated computer graphics workstation for composition of broadcast television video and graphics.
The Quantel Paintbox was a dedicated computer graphics workstation for composition of broadcast television video and graphics.
R5 (bootleg)
R5, in the film business, is a copy of a movie made with a telecine machine from an analog source and is typically of a lower quality than other region releases.
R5, in the film business, is a copy of a movie made with a telecine machine from an analog source and is typically of a lower quality than other region releases.
Rail Cam
The rail cam made a public debut in the NHL on November 20, 2006 in the Colorado Avalanche/Dallas Stars hockey game.
The rail cam made a public debut in the NHL on November 20, 2006 in the Colorado Avalanche/Dallas Stars hockey game.
RCA Photophone
RCA Photophone was the trade name given to one of four major competing technologies that emerged in the American film industry in the late 1920s for synchronizing electrically recorded audio to ...
RCA Photophone was the trade name given to one of four major competing technologies that emerged in the American film industry in the late 1920s for synchronizing electrically recorded audio to ...
Re-recording (filmmaking)
Re-recording is the process by which the audio track of a film or video production is created.
Re-recording is the process by which the audio track of a film or video production is created.
Real-time video editing
Real-time video editing is a system of editing video where it takes no longer to render a video than the length of that video clip itself.
Real-time video editing is a system of editing video where it takes no longer to render a video than the length of that video clip itself.
Rear Window Captioning System
The Rear Window captioning system (RWC) is a method for presenting, through captions, a transcript of the audio portion of a film in theatres for deaf and hard-of-hearing people.
The Rear Window captioning system (RWC) is a method for presenting, through captions, a transcript of the audio portion of a film in theatres for deaf and hard-of-hearing people.
Rec. 601
ITU-R Recommendation BT.601, more commonly known by the abbreviations Rec.
ITU-R Recommendation BT.601, more commonly known by the abbreviations Rec.
Rec. 709
ITU-R Recommendation BT.709, more commonly known by the abbreviations Rec. 709 or BT.709, standardizes the format of high-definition television, having 16:9 aspect ratio.
ITU-R Recommendation BT.709, more commonly known by the abbreviations Rec. 709 or BT.709, standardizes the format of high-definition television, having 16:9 aspect ratio.
Recording at the edge
Recording at the Edge is the concept of taking audio/video from a camera, and storing it at the edge of the Ethernet network instead of transporting it across the network to a centralized record...
Recording at the Edge is the concept of taking audio/video from a camera, and storing it at the edge of the Ethernet network instead of transporting it across the network to a centralized record...
Red Giant Software
Red Giant Software sells digital video plug-ins for compositing software and NLEs such as Adobe After Effects, Apple Final Cut Pro, Adobe Premiere, and Sony Vegas.
Red Giant Software sells digital video plug-ins for compositing software and NLEs such as Adobe After Effects, Apple Final Cut Pro, Adobe Premiere, and Sony Vegas.
Reframing (filmmaking)
In film, reframing is a change in camera angle without a cut and can including changing the focus of the scene.
In film, reframing is a change in camera angle without a cut and can including changing the focus of the scene.
Representation of African-Americans in media
The representation of African-Americans in media has been a major concern in mainstream American culture.
The representation of African-Americans in media has been a major concern in mainstream American culture.
Reverse bluescreen
Reverse bluescreen is a special effects technique pioneered by John Dykstra for shooting the flying sequences in the film Firefox.
Reverse bluescreen is a special effects technique pioneered by John Dykstra for shooting the flying sequences in the film Firefox.
Reverse Standards Conversion
Reverse Standards Conversion or RSC is a process developed by a team led by James Insell at the BBC for the restoration of video recordings which have already been converted between differ...
Reverse Standards Conversion or RSC is a process developed by a team led by James Insell at the BBC for the restoration of video recordings which have already been converted between differ...
Rewritable consumer timecode
The Rewriteable Consumer Timecode (RCTC, RC Timecode, or RC Time Code) is a nearly frame accurate timecode method developed by Sony for 8mm and Hi8 analog tape formats.
The Rewriteable Consumer Timecode (RCTC, RC Timecode, or RC Time Code) is a nearly frame accurate timecode method developed by Sony for 8mm and Hi8 analog tape formats.
Rising Sun Research
Rising Sun Research Pty Ltd or RSR is a specialist provider of tools to visual professionals.
Rising Sun Research Pty Ltd or RSR is a specialist provider of tools to visual professionals.
Rocking and rolling
Rocking and rolling (also rock and roll) is a name for cueing techniques used in sound recording and video recording, particularly in analog recordings.
Rocking and rolling (also rock and roll) is a name for cueing techniques used in sound recording and video recording, particularly in analog recordings.
Ross Video
Ross Video Ltd is a privately held Canadian company that designs and manufactures equipment for live video production.
Ross Video Ltd is a privately held Canadian company that designs and manufactures equipment for live video production.
Rostrum camera
A rostrum camera is a specially designed camera used in television and film to animate a still picture or object.
A rostrum camera is a specially designed camera used in television and film to animate a still picture or object.
Rotoscoping
Rotoscoping is an animation technique in which animators trace over live-action film movement, frame by frame, for use in animated films.
Rotoscoping is an animation technique in which animators trace over live-action film movement, frame by frame, for use in animated films.
Rough cut
In filmmaking, the rough cut is the second of three stages of offline editing.
In filmmaking, the rough cut is the second of three stages of offline editing.
Russell J. Wintner
Russell J. Wintner is an American Hollywood executive who co-founded CineComm Digital Cinema, which focused on digital cinema delivery of motion pictures to movie theatres around the world via s...
Russell J. Wintner is an American Hollywood executive who co-founded CineComm Digital Cinema, which focused on digital cinema delivery of motion pictures to movie theatres around the world via s...
S-Video
Separate Video, more commonly known as S-Video and Y/C, is an analog video transmission scheme, in which video information is encoded on two channels: luma (luminance, intensit...
Separate Video, more commonly known as S-Video and Y/C, is an analog video transmission scheme, in which video information is encoded on two channels: luma (luminance, intensit...
SAMI
SAMI (Synchronized Accessible Media Interchange) is a Microsoft accessibility initiative released in 1998.
SAMI (Synchronized Accessible Media Interchange) is a Microsoft accessibility initiative released in 1998.
Scanimate
Scanimate is the name for an analog computer animation system developed from the late 1960s to the early 1980s.
Scanimate is the name for an analog computer animation system developed from the late 1960s to the early 1980s.
SCART
SCART is a French-originated standard and associated 21-pin connector for connecting audio-visual equipment together.
SCART is a French-originated standard and associated 21-pin connector for connecting audio-visual equipment together.
Scientific Working Group - Imaging Technology
The Scientific Working Group on Imaging Technology was convened by the Federal Bureau of Investigation in 1997 to provide guidance to law enforcement agencies and others in the criminal justice ...
The Scientific Working Group on Imaging Technology was convened by the Federal Bureau of Investigation in 1997 to provide guidance to law enforcement agencies and others in the criminal justice ...
Score bug
A score bug is a digital on-screen graphic which is displayed at either the top or lower third bottom of a television broadcast of a sports game in order to display the current score and other s...
A score bug is a digital on-screen graphic which is displayed at either the top or lower third bottom of a television broadcast of a sports game in order to display the current score and other s...
Screen Door
Screen Door (formerly Tapestry Pictures Inc.) is a Canadian independent production company founded in 1999 by Mary Young Leckie and Heather Haldane.
Screen Door (formerly Tapestry Pictures Inc.) is a Canadian independent production company founded in 1999 by Mary Young Leckie and Heather Haldane.
Screen tearing
Screen tearing is a visual artifact in video where information from two or more different frames is shown in a display device in a single screen draw.
Screen tearing is a visual artifact in video where information from two or more different frames is shown in a display device in a single screen draw.
Screencast
A screencast is a digital recording of computer screen output, also known as a video screen capture, often containing audio narration.
A screencast is a digital recording of computer screen output, also known as a video screen capture, often containing audio narration.
Scrim (lighting)
A scrim is a device used in the film and television industries, as well as by photographers, to modify properties of light.
A scrim is a device used in the film and television industries, as well as by photographers, to modify properties of light.
Sensorium Project
The Sensorium Project project was intitiated by ROBOTmaker to broadening the IRCF360 sensors audience beyond its typical robot sensor usage To Demonstrate the BETA functionality, ROBOTmaker...
The Sensorium Project project was intitiated by ROBOTmaker to broadening the IRCF360 sensors audience beyond its typical robot sensor usage To Demonstrate the BETA functionality, ROBOTmaker...
Sensurround
Sensurround is the trademark name for a process developed in the 1970s by Cerwin-Vega in conjunction with Universal Studios to enhance the audio experience during film screenings.
Sensurround is the trademark name for a process developed in the 1970s by Cerwin-Vega in conjunction with Universal Studios to enhance the audio experience during film screenings.
Separation masters
Separation masters are a method of long-term preservation for most modern color motion picture film.
Separation masters are a method of long-term preservation for most modern color motion picture film.
Serial Data Transport Interface
Serial Data Transport Interface is a way of transmitting data packets over a Serial Digital Interface datastream.
Serial Data Transport Interface is a way of transmitting data packets over a Serial Digital Interface datastream.
Serial digital interface
Serial digital interface (SDI) is a family of video interfaces standardized by SMPTE. For example, ITU-R BT.656 and SMPTE 259M define digital video interfaces used for broadcast-grade video.
Serial digital interface (SDI) is a family of video interfaces standardized by SMPTE. For example, ITU-R BT.656 and SMPTE 259M define digital video interfaces used for broadcast-grade video.
Shot logging
In film and video production, shot logging is the process by which shoot metadata is captured during a film or video shoot.
In film and video production, shot logging is the process by which shoot metadata is captured during a film or video shoot.
Shot-logging
Shot-logging is the process by which shoot metadata is captured during a film or video shoot.
Shot-logging is the process by which shoot metadata is captured during a film or video shoot.
Showscan
Showscan is a cinematic process developed by Douglas Trumbull.
Showscan is a cinematic process developed by Douglas Trumbull.
Silicon Imaging
The Silicon Imaging is a 2K digital video camera based around a single 16mm-sized CMOS sensor.
The Silicon Imaging is a 2K digital video camera based around a single 16mm-sized CMOS sensor.
Silver screen
A silver screen, also known as a silver lenticular screen, is a type of projection screen that was popular in the early years of the motion picture industry and passed into popular usage a...
A silver screen, also known as a silver lenticular screen, is a type of projection screen that was popular in the early years of the motion picture industry and passed into popular usage a...
Single-system recording
Single system audio is the system of recording sound on film or SOF.
Single system audio is the system of recording sound on film or SOF.
Skip field
In video, skip field recording is a process in which only one field (one half of a frame) of video is recorded in order to conserve recording media space.
In video, skip field recording is a process in which only one field (one half of a frame) of video is recorded in order to conserve recording media space.
Skycam
Skycam is the trademarked brandname of a patented, computer-controlled, stabilized, cable-suspended camera system.
Skycam is the trademarked brandname of a patented, computer-controlled, stabilized, cable-suspended camera system.
Smart TV
Smart TV, which is also sometimes referred to as "Connected TV" or "Hybrid TV",, is the phrase used to describe the current trend of integration of the internet and Web 2.0 f...
Smart TV, which is also sometimes referred to as "Connected TV" or "Hybrid TV",, is the phrase used to describe the current trend of integration of the internet and Web 2.0 f...
Smartmovie
SmartMovie is a popular Symbian OS, Palm OS and Windows Mobile multimedia application.
SmartMovie is a popular Symbian OS, Palm OS and Windows Mobile multimedia application.
Smell-O-Vision
Smell-O-Vision was a system that released odor during the projection of a film so that the viewer could "smell" what was happening in the movie.
Smell-O-Vision was a system that released odor during the projection of a film so that the viewer could "smell" what was happening in the movie.
SMPTE 259M
SMPTE 259M is a standard published by SMPTE which ".
SMPTE 259M is a standard published by SMPTE which ".
SMPTE 292M
SMPTE 292M is a standard published by SMPTE which expands upon SMPTE 259M and SMPTE 344M allowing for bit-rates of 1.485 Gbit/s, and 1.485/1.001 Gbit/s.
SMPTE 292M is a standard published by SMPTE which expands upon SMPTE 259M and SMPTE 344M allowing for bit-rates of 1.485 Gbit/s, and 1.485/1.001 Gbit/s.
SMPTE 344M
"SMPTE 344M" is a standard published by SMPTE which expands upon SMPTE 259M allowing for bit-rates of 540 Mbit/s, allowing EDTV resolutions of 480p and 576p.
"SMPTE 344M" is a standard published by SMPTE which expands upon SMPTE 259M allowing for bit-rates of 540 Mbit/s, allowing EDTV resolutions of 480p and 576p.
SMPTE 372M
SMPTE 372M is a standard published by SMPTE which expands upon SMPTE 259M, SMPTE 344M, and SMPTE 292M allowing for bit-rates of 2.970 Gbit/s, and 2.970/1.001 Gbit/s over two wires.
SMPTE 372M is a standard published by SMPTE which expands upon SMPTE 259M, SMPTE 344M, and SMPTE 292M allowing for bit-rates of 2.970 Gbit/s, and 2.970/1.001 Gbit/s over two wires.
SMPTE 424M
"SMPTE 424M" is a standard published by SMPTE which expands upon SMPTE 259M, SMPTE 344M, and SMPTE 292M allowing for bit-rates of 2.970 Gbit/s and 2.970/1.001 Gbit/s over a single-link coaxial cable.
"SMPTE 424M" is a standard published by SMPTE which expands upon SMPTE 259M, SMPTE 344M, and SMPTE 292M allowing for bit-rates of 2.970 Gbit/s and 2.970/1.001 Gbit/s over a single-link coaxial cable.
SMPTE D11
SMPTE 367M, also known as SMPTE D-11 and HDCAM, is a standard for the compression of high-definition digital video.
SMPTE 367M, also known as SMPTE D-11 and HDCAM, is a standard for the compression of high-definition digital video.
SnappyVideoSnapshot
The Snappy Video Snapshot is an interface between a camcorder and personal computer which enables digitizing of high quality still frames.
The Snappy Video Snapshot is an interface between a camcorder and personal computer which enables digitizing of high quality still frames.
Snell (company)
Snell Limited is a company that designs and develops solutions for the digital media market including applications for central operations, live production, post production, playout and media man...
Snell Limited is a company that designs and develops solutions for the digital media market including applications for central operations, live production, post production, playout and media man...
SnorriCam
A SnorriCam (also chestcam, bodymount camera, bodycam or bodymount) is a camera device used in filmmaking that is rigged to the body of the actor, facing the actor direct...
A SnorriCam (also chestcam, bodymount camera, bodycam or bodymount) is a camera device used in filmmaking that is rigged to the body of the actor, facing the actor direct...
Society of Motion Picture and Television Engineers
The Society of Motion Picture and Television Engineers (SMPTE (, rarely ), founded in 1916 as the Society of Motion Picture Engineers or SMPE, is an international professional association,...
The Society of Motion Picture and Television Engineers (SMPTE (, rarely ), founded in 1916 as the Society of Motion Picture Engineers or SMPE, is an international professional association,...
Society of Professional Audio Recording Services
The Society of Professional Audio Recording Services, or SPARS for short, is an organization that holds conferences and publishes papers about the professional audio community.
The Society of Professional Audio Recording Services, or SPARS for short, is an organization that holds conferences and publishes papers about the professional audio community.
Software vision mixer
A software vision mixer is a piece of software which is able to switch between various video sources.
A software vision mixer is a piece of software which is able to switch between various video sources.
Sonochrome
Sonochrome was a brand of Kodak film stock that was pre-tinted, but did not interfere with the optical soundtrack on the film.
Sonochrome was a brand of Kodak film stock that was pre-tinted, but did not interfere with the optical soundtrack on the film.
Sony HDVS
Sony HDVS was a range of high-definition video equipment developed in the 1980s to support an early analog high-definition television system thought to be the broadcast television systems that ...
Sony HDVS was a range of high-definition video equipment developed in the 1980s to support an early analog high-definition television system thought to be the broadcast television systems that ...
Sound 360
Sound 360 was the name of a motion picture sound system used by 20th Century-Fox to enhance the premiere engagements of their 1977 feature Damnation Alley.
Sound 360 was the name of a motion picture sound system used by 20th Century-Fox to enhance the premiere engagements of their 1977 feature Damnation Alley.
Sound blimp
A Sound Blimp is a housing attached to a camera which reduces the sound caused by the shutter click, particularly SLRs. It is primarily used in film still photography, so as not to interfere wit...
A Sound Blimp is a housing attached to a camera which reduces the sound caused by the shutter click, particularly SLRs. It is primarily used in film still photography, so as not to interfere wit...
Sound film
A sound film is a motion picture with synchronized sound, or sound technologically coupled to image, as opposed to a silent film.
A sound film is a motion picture with synchronized sound, or sound technologically coupled to image, as opposed to a silent film.
Sound follower
Sound follower or Separate magnetic or sepmag or Magnetic Film Recorder or Mag Dubber is device for record and playback of film sound that is recorded on magnetic film.
Sound follower or Separate magnetic or sepmag or Magnetic Film Recorder or Mag Dubber is device for record and playback of film sound that is recorded on magnetic film.
Sound-on-disc
The term Sound-on-disc refers to a class of sound film processes using a phonograph or other disc to record or playback sound in sync with a motion picture.
The term Sound-on-disc refers to a class of sound film processes using a phonograph or other disc to record or playback sound in sync with a motion picture.
Sound-on-film
Sound-on-film refers to a class of sound film processes where the sound accompanying picture is physically recorded onto photographic film, usually, but not always, the same strip of film carryi...
Sound-on-film refers to a class of sound film processes where the sound accompanying picture is physically recorded onto photographic film, usually, but not always, the same strip of film carryi...
Special effects supervisor
A special effects supervisor (also referred to as a special effects coordinator or SFX Supervisor) is an individual who works on a commercial, theater, television or film set creatin...
A special effects supervisor (also referred to as a special effects coordinator or SFX Supervisor) is an individual who works on a commercial, theater, television or film set creatin...
Spidercam
The Spidercam is a system which enables film and television cameras to move both vertically and horizontally over a predetermined area, typically the playing field of a sporting event such as a ...
The Spidercam is a system which enables film and television cameras to move both vertically and horizontally over a predetermined area, typically the playing field of a sporting event such as a ...
sRGB
sRGB is a standard RGB color space created cooperatively by HP and Microsoft in 1996 for use on monitors, printers, and the Internet.
sRGB is a standard RGB color space created cooperatively by HP and Microsoft in 1996 for use on monitors, printers, and the Internet.
Steadicam
Steadicam is a brand of camera stabilizing mount for motion picture cameras that mechanically isolates it from the operator's movement, allowing for a smooth shot even when moving quickly over a...
Steadicam is a brand of camera stabilizing mount for motion picture cameras that mechanically isolates it from the operator's movement, allowing for a smooth shot even when moving quickly over a...
SteadyShot
SteadyShot is the trademarked name of an integrated video camera image stabilisation technology developed by Sony for its range of consumer and prosumer video camcorders.
SteadyShot is the trademarked name of an integrated video camera image stabilisation technology developed by Sony for its range of consumer and prosumer video camcorders.
Steenbeck
Steenbeck is a brand name that has become synonymous with a type of flatbed film editing suite which is usable with both 16mm and 35mm optical sound and magnetic sound film.
Steenbeck is a brand name that has become synonymous with a type of flatbed film editing suite which is usable with both 16mm and 35mm optical sound and magnetic sound film.
Stereographer
A "stereographer" is professional in the field of stereoscopy and visual effects using the art and techniques of stereo photography, 3D photography, or stereoscopic 3D film to create a visual pe...
A "stereographer" is professional in the field of stereoscopy and visual effects using the art and techniques of stereo photography, 3D photography, or stereoscopic 3D film to create a visual pe...
Stock sound effect
A stock sound effect is a prerecorded sound effect created for or contained within a sound effect library for the intended reuse within entertainment productions; as opposed to creating a new, u...
A stock sound effect is a prerecorded sound effect created for or contained within a sound effect library for the intended reuse within entertainment productions; as opposed to creating a new, u...
Strassner Editing Systems
Strassner Editing Systems (SES) was a line of PC-based linear "CMX style" keyboard video editing controllers invented in 1988 by Norman H. Strassner in Los Angeles.
Strassner Editing Systems (SES) was a line of PC-based linear "CMX style" keyboard video editing controllers invented in 1988 by Norman H. Strassner in Los Angeles.
Stream recorder
Stream recorder, also called a stream ripper, is a computer program capable of saving a data stream – particularly streaming media such as encoded music or video – to a file, instead of play...
Stream recorder, also called a stream ripper, is a computer program capable of saving a data stream – particularly streaming media such as encoded music or video – to a file, instead of play...
Streaming media
Streaming media is multimedia that is constantly received by and presented to an end-user while being delivered by a streaming provider.
Streaming media is multimedia that is constantly received by and presented to an end-user while being delivered by a streaming provider.
Stroboscopic effect
The stroboscopic effect is a visual phenomenon caused by aliasing that occurs when continuous motion is represented by a series of short or instantaneous samples.
The stroboscopic effect is a visual phenomenon caused by aliasing that occurs when continuous motion is represented by a series of short or instantaneous samples.
Subjective video quality
Subjective video quality is a subjective characteristic of video quality.
Subjective video quality is a subjective characteristic of video quality.
Subwoofer
A subwoofer is a woofer, or a complete loudspeaker, which is dedicated to the reproduction of low-pitched audio frequencies known as the "bass".
A subwoofer is a woofer, or a complete loudspeaker, which is dedicated to the reproduction of low-pitched audio frequencies known as the "bass".
Sync sound
Sync sound refers to sound recorded at the time of the filming of movies, and has been widely used in U.S. movies since the birth of sound movies.
Sync sound refers to sound recorded at the time of the filming of movies, and has been widely used in U.S. movies since the birth of sound movies.
T-mount
T-mount is a standard lens mount for cameras and other optical assemblies.
T-mount is a standard lens mount for cameras and other optical assemblies.
Tally light
In a television studio, a tally light is a small signal-lamp on a television professional video camera or monitor.
In a television studio, a tally light is a small signal-lamp on a television professional video camera or monitor.
Technicolor
Technicolor is a color motion picture process invented in 1916 and improved over several decades.
Technicolor is a color motion picture process invented in 1916 and improved over several decades.
Telecine
Telecine ( or ) is the process of transferring motion picture film into video and is performed in a color suite.
Telecine ( or ) is the process of transferring motion picture film into video and is performed in a color suite.
TeleMation Inc.
TeleMation Inc was a company specializing in products for the television industry, post production and Film industry.
TeleMation Inc was a company specializing in products for the television industry, post production and Film industry.
Teleprompter
An autocue is a display device that prompts the person speaking with an electronic visual text of a speech or script.
An autocue is a display device that prompts the person speaking with an electronic visual text of a speech or script.
Telestrator
A telestrator is a device that allows its operator to draw a freehand sketch over a moving or still video image image.
A telestrator is a device that allows its operator to draw a freehand sketch over a moving or still video image image.
Telesync
A telesync (TS) is a bootleg recording of a film recorded in a movie theater, with a professional camera on a tripod in the projection booth, with a direct connection to the sound source (...
A telesync (TS) is a bootleg recording of a film recorded in a movie theater, with a professional camera on a tripod in the projection booth, with a direct connection to the sound source (...
Teleview
Teleview was a process for producing stereoscopic motion pictures, invented in 1922 by Cornell University graduates Laurens Hammond and William F. Cassidy.
Teleview was a process for producing stereoscopic motion pictures, invented in 1922 by Cornell University graduates Laurens Hammond and William F. Cassidy.
Television Electronic Disc
Television Electronic Disc (TeD) is a discontinued video recording format, released in 1975 by Telefunken and Teldec.
Television Electronic Disc (TeD) is a discontinued video recording format, released in 1975 by Telefunken and Teldec.
Television standards conversion
Television standards conversion is the process of changing one type of TV system to another.
Television standards conversion is the process of changing one type of TV system to another.
Television studio
A television studio is an installation in which video productions take place, either for the recording of live television to video tape, or for the acquisition of raw footage for post-production.
A television studio is an installation in which video productions take place, either for the recording of live television to video tape, or for the acquisition of raw footage for post-production.
Televisionary
The concept of a ‘Televisionary’ is being used to describe television and communications network operators who are developing services that provide consumers with more control over when, where a...
The concept of a ‘Televisionary’ is being used to describe television and communications network operators who are developing services that provide consumers with more control over when, where a...
Theatrograph
The Theatrograph was also known as the Animatograph.
The Theatrograph was also known as the Animatograph.
Theodore Case Sound Test: Gus Visser and His Singing Duck
Theodore Case Sound Test: Gus Visser and his Singing Duck, also known as Gus Visser and His Singing Duck, is an early sound film, directed by Theodore Case while perfecting his var...
Theodore Case Sound Test: Gus Visser and his Singing Duck, also known as Gus Visser and His Singing Duck, is an early sound film, directed by Theodore Case while perfecting his var...
Three-two pull down
Three-two pull down a term used in filmmaking and television production for the post-production process of transferring film to video.
Three-two pull down a term used in filmmaking and television production for the post-production process of transferring film to video.
Tim Werenko
Tim Werenko is a video producer at DuArt Film and Video, as well as an occasional voice actor.
Tim Werenko is a video producer at DuArt Film and Video, as well as an occasional voice actor.
Time base correction
Time base correction is a technique to reduce or eliminate errors caused by mechanical instability present in analog recordings on mechanical media.
Time base correction is a technique to reduce or eliminate errors caused by mechanical instability present in analog recordings on mechanical media.
Time code
A time code is a sequence of numeric codes generated at regular intervals by a timing system.
A time code is a sequence of numeric codes generated at regular intervals by a timing system.
Timebase correction
Time base correction is a technique to reduce or eliminate errors caused by mechanical instability present in analog recordings on mechanical media.
Time base correction is a technique to reduce or eliminate errors caused by mechanical instability present in analog recordings on mechanical media.
Timecode
A timecode is a sequence of numeric codes generated at regular intervals by a timing system.
A timecode is a sequence of numeric codes generated at regular intervals by a timing system.
Todd-AO
Todd-AO is a post-production company founded in 1953, providing sound-related services to the motion picture and television industries.
Todd-AO is a post-production company founded in 1953, providing sound-related services to the motion picture and television industries.
Transcoding
Transcoding is the direct digital-to-digital data conversion of one encoding to another, such as for movie data files or audio files.
Transcoding is the direct digital-to-digital data conversion of one encoding to another, such as for movie data files or audio files.
Translight
A Translight or Translite is a large illuminated film backing typically used as a backdrop in the film and TV industry.
A Translight or Translite is a large illuminated film backing typically used as a backdrop in the film and TV industry.
Tri-Ergon
The Tri-Ergon sound-on-film system was patented from 1919 on by German inventors Josef Engl (1893-1942), Hans Vogt (1890-1979), and Joseph Massolle (1889-1957).
The Tri-Ergon sound-on-film system was patented from 1919 on by German inventors Josef Engl (1893-1942), Hans Vogt (1890-1979), and Joseph Massolle (1889-1957).
Triggertrap
Triggertrap is a programmable camera trigger.
Triggertrap is a programmable camera trigger.
Trimension
Trimension is a framerate enhancement software by Philips for video, primarily DVD. The software utilizes both picture and stream information to render new frames between the original frames of...
Trimension is a framerate enhancement software by Philips for video, primarily DVD. The software utilizes both picture and stream information to render new frames between the original frames of...
Trucolor
Trucolor was a process used and owned by Consolidated Film Industries division of Republic Pictures.
Trucolor was a process used and owned by Consolidated Film Industries division of Republic Pictures.
Two shot
A Two shot is a type of shot employed in the film industry in which the frame encompasses a view of two people.
A Two shot is a type of shot employed in the film industry in which the frame encompasses a view of two people.
U-matic
U-matic is an analog recording videocassette format first shown by Sony in prototype in October 1969, and introduced to the market in September 1971.
U-matic is an analog recording videocassette format first shown by Sony in prototype in October 1969, and introduced to the market in September 1971.
Ultra High Definition Television
Ultra High Definition Television is a digital video format proposed by NHK Science & Technology Research Laboratories.
Ultra High Definition Television is a digital video format proposed by NHK Science & Technology Research Laboratories.
Ultravox (software)
Ultravox or Ultravox Media On Demand Server (UltraMODS), is a streaming video project by AOL. The goal is to create something like SHOUTcast but for routers, so that the data is handled m...
Ultravox or Ultravox Media On Demand Server (UltraMODS), is a streaming video project by AOL. The goal is to create something like SHOUTcast but for routers, so that the data is handled m...
Uncompressed video
Uncompressed video is digital video information that has not been compressed, or was not processed with compression on it when the video was captured directly from a camera.
Uncompressed video is digital video information that has not been compressed, or was not processed with compression on it when the video was captured directly from a camera.
Unity ISIS
Avid Unity ISIS is a storage system for video files used by television broadcasters developed by Avid Technology.
Avid Unity ISIS is a storage system for video files used by television broadcasters developed by Avid Technology.
Univisium
Univisium (macaronic Latin for "unity of images") is a proposed universal film format created by cinematographer Vittorio Storaro, ASC, AIC and his son, Fabrizio, to unify all future theatrical ...
Univisium (macaronic Latin for "unity of images") is a proposed universal film format created by cinematographer Vittorio Storaro, ASC, AIC and his son, Fabrizio, to unify all future theatrical ...
Urban Bioscope
The Urban Bioscope, also known as the Warwick Bioscope was a film projector developed by Walter Isaacs in 1897 for Charles Urban of the Warwick Trading Company.
The Urban Bioscope, also known as the Warwick Bioscope was a film projector developed by Walter Isaacs in 1897 for Charles Urban of the Warwick Trading Company.
Utocolor
Utocolor was a color photography system, particularly designed for motion picture color, invented by Dr. J.H. Smith in 1895.
Utocolor was a color photography system, particularly designed for motion picture color, invented by Dr. J.H. Smith in 1895.
Vanc
VANC stands for Vertical Ancillary Data Space.
VANC stands for Vertical Ancillary Data Space.
Variable frame rate
Variable frame rate (or VFR) is a term in video compression for a feature supported by some container formats which allows for the frame rate to change actively during video playback, or to drop...
Variable frame rate (or VFR) is a term in video compression for a feature supported by some container formats which allows for the frame rate to change actively during video playback, or to drop...
VCR/Blu-ray combo
A VCR/Blu-ray combo is a relatively new multiplex or converged device, convenient for consumers who wish to use both VHS tapes and the newer, high-definition Blu-ray Disc technology.
A VCR/Blu-ray combo is a relatively new multiplex or converged device, convenient for consumers who wish to use both VHS tapes and the newer, high-definition Blu-ray Disc technology.
VCR/DVD combo
A VCR/DVD combo is a multiplex or converged device, convenient for consumers who wish to use both VHS tapes and DVDs.
A VCR/DVD combo is a multiplex or converged device, convenient for consumers who wish to use both VHS tapes and DVDs.
Vectorscope
A vectorscope is a special type of oscilloscope used in both audio and video applications.
A vectorscope is a special type of oscilloscope used in both audio and video applications.
Vertical interval timecode
Vertical Interval TimeCode (VITC, pronounced "vitsee") is a form of SMPTE timecode embedded as a pair of black-and-white bars in a video signal.
Vertical Interval TimeCode (VITC, pronounced "vitsee") is a form of SMPTE timecode embedded as a pair of black-and-white bars in a video signal.
Video
Video is the technology of electronically capturing, recording, processing, storing, transmitting, and reconstructing a sequence of still images representing scenes in motion.
Video is the technology of electronically capturing, recording, processing, storing, transmitting, and reconstructing a sequence of still images representing scenes in motion.
Video assist
Video assist is a system used in filmmaking which allows filmmakers to view a video version of a take immediately after it is filmed.
Video assist is a system used in filmmaking which allows filmmakers to view a video version of a take immediately after it is filmed.
Video blogging
Video blogging, sometimes shortened to vlogging or vidding or vidblogging is a form of blogging for which the medium is video, and is a form of Web television.
Video blogging, sometimes shortened to vlogging or vidding or vidblogging is a form of blogging for which the medium is video, and is a form of Web television.
Video buffering verifier
The video buffering verifier (VBV) is a theoretical MPEG video buffer model used to ensure that an encoded video stream can be correctly buffered and played back at the decoder device.
The video buffering verifier (VBV) is a theoretical MPEG video buffer model used to ensure that an encoded video stream can be correctly buffered and played back at the decoder device.
Video compression
Video compression refers to reducing the amount of data used to represent digital video images, and is a combination of spatial image compression and temporal motion compensation.
Video compression refers to reducing the amount of data used to represent digital video images, and is a combination of spatial image compression and temporal motion compensation.
Video Content Analysis
Video Content Analysis is the capability of automatically analyzing video to detect and determine temporal events not based on a single image.
Video Content Analysis is the capability of automatically analyzing video to detect and determine temporal events not based on a single image.
Video content analysis
Video content analysis is the capability of automatically analyzing video to detect and determine temporal events not based on a single image.
Video content analysis is the capability of automatically analyzing video to detect and determine temporal events not based on a single image.
Video Disk Control Protocol
Video Disk Control Protocol (VDCP) is a proprietary communications protocol primarily used to control hard disk video servers for broadcast television.
Video Disk Control Protocol (VDCP) is a proprietary communications protocol primarily used to control hard disk video servers for broadcast television.
Video editing software
Video editing software, is application software which handles the post-production video editing of digital video sequences on a computer non-linear editing systems.
Video editing software, is application software which handles the post-production video editing of digital video sequences on a computer non-linear editing systems.
Video In Video Out
Video In Video Out, usually seen as the acronym VIVO (commonly pronounced vee-voh), is a graphics port which enables some video cards to have bidirectional (input and output) analog video ...
Video In Video Out, usually seen as the acronym VIVO (commonly pronounced vee-voh), is a graphics port which enables some video cards to have bidirectional (input and output) analog video ...
Video logging
Video logging is a process in which video footage is watched and labeled according to its content.
Video logging is a process in which video footage is watched and labeled according to its content.
Video motion analysis
Video Motion Analysis is the technique used to get information about moving objects from video.
Video Motion Analysis is the technique used to get information about moving objects from video.
Video on demand
Video on Demand or Audio and Video on Demand are systems which allow users to select and watch/listen to video or audio content on demand.
Video on Demand or Audio and Video on Demand are systems which allow users to select and watch/listen to video or audio content on demand.
Video podcast
Video podcast (sometimes shortened to vodcast) is a term used for the online delivery of video on demand video clip content via Atom or RSS enclosures.
Video podcast (sometimes shortened to vodcast) is a term used for the online delivery of video on demand video clip content via Atom or RSS enclosures.
Video pointer
Video pointer is a device used to highlight or mark a specific location on a video display.
Video pointer is a device used to highlight or mark a specific location on a video display.
Video production
Video production is videography, the process of capturing moving images on electronic media (e.g., video tape, direct to disk recording, or solid state storage like a tapeless camcorder) even st...
Video production is videography, the process of capturing moving images on electronic media (e.g., video tape, direct to disk recording, or solid state storage like a tapeless camcorder) even st...
Video quality
Video quality is a characteristic of a video passed through a video transmission/processing system, a formal or informal measure of perceived video degradation (typically, compared to the origin...
Video quality is a characteristic of a video passed through a video transmission/processing system, a formal or informal measure of perceived video degradation (typically, compared to the origin...
Video quality inspector
Video Quality Inspector is an automated Perceptual Video Quality Testing Tool.
Video Quality Inspector is an automated Perceptual Video Quality Testing Tool.
Video Recordings Act 1984
The Video Recordings Act 1984 is an Act of the Parliament of the United Kingdom that was passed in 1984.
The Video Recordings Act 1984 is an Act of the Parliament of the United Kingdom that was passed in 1984.
Video sampling
Similar to music sampling, video sampling is the act of appropriating a portion of preexisting video footage and reusing it to create a new video.
Similar to music sampling, video sampling is the act of appropriating a portion of preexisting video footage and reusing it to create a new video.
Video scaler
A video scaler is a device for converting video signals from one size or resolution to another: usually "upscaling" or "upconverting" a video signal from a low resolution (e.g.
A video scaler is a device for converting video signals from one size or resolution to another: usually "upscaling" or "upconverting" a video signal from a low resolution (e.g.
Video scratching
Video scratching is a video editing technique used within the music industry.
Video scratching is a video editing technique used within the music industry.
Video sensor technology
A video sensor (also video-sensor or videosensors) describes a technique of digital image analysis.
A video sensor (also video-sensor or videosensors) describes a technique of digital image analysis.
Video signal generator
A video signal generator is a type of signal generator which outputs predetermined video and/or television waveforms, and other signals used to stimulate faults in, or aid in parametric measurem...
A video signal generator is a type of signal generator which outputs predetermined video and/or television waveforms, and other signals used to stimulate faults in, or aid in parametric measurem...
Video spokesperson
A video spokesperson is a term used to describe internet videos of talking actors.
A video spokesperson is a term used to describe internet videos of talking actors.
Video standards converter
Video standards converter is a video device that converts NTSC to PAL and/or PAL to NTSC.
Video standards converter is a video device that converts NTSC to PAL and/or PAL to NTSC.
Video tap
A video tap is an accessory for a motion picture camera used to provide a video feed from the camera lens.
A video tap is an accessory for a motion picture camera used to provide a video feed from the camera lens.
Video tape recorder
A video tape recorder is a tape recorder designed to record video material, usually on a magnetic tape.
A video tape recorder is a tape recorder designed to record video material, usually on a magnetic tape.
Video-in video-out (VIVO)
Video in video out, is a graphics port which enables some video cards to have bidirectional analog video transfer through a mini-DIN connector, usually of the 9-pin variety, and a specialised sp...
Video in video out, is a graphics port which enables some video cards to have bidirectional analog video transfer through a mini-DIN connector, usually of the 9-pin variety, and a specialised sp...
Video-signal generator
A video signal generator is a type of signal generator which outputs predetermined video and/or television waveforms, and other signals used to stimulate faults in, or aid in parametric measurem...
A video signal generator is a type of signal generator which outputs predetermined video and/or television waveforms, and other signals used to stimulate faults in, or aid in parametric measurem...
Videocassette recorder
The videocassette recorder, is a type of electro-mechanical device that uses removable videocassettes that contain magnetic tape for recording analog audio and analog video from broadcast te...
The videocassette recorder, is a type of electro-mechanical device that uses removable videocassettes that contain magnetic tape for recording analog audio and analog video from broadcast te...
VideoNow
The VideoNow is a personal video player distributed by Hasbro through its Tiger Electronics subsidiary.
The VideoNow is a personal video player distributed by Hasbro through its Tiger Electronics subsidiary.
Videophile
A videophile (literally, “one who loves sight”) is one who is concerned with achieving high-quality results in the recording and playback of movies, TV programs, etc.
A videophile (literally, “one who loves sight”) is one who is concerned with achieving high-quality results in the recording and playback of movies, TV programs, etc.
Videophone
A videophone is a telephone with a video display, capable of simultaneous video and audio for communication between people in real-time.
A videophone is a telephone with a video display, capable of simultaneous video and audio for communication between people in real-time.
VidFIRE
VidFIRE (Video Field Interpolation Restoration Effect) is a restoration technique intended to restore the video-like motion of footage originally shot with televisi...
VidFIRE (Video Field Interpolation Restoration Effect) is a restoration technique intended to restore the video-like motion of footage originally shot with televisi...
Virtual telecine
A virtual telecine is a piece of video equipment that can play back data files in real time.
A virtual telecine is a piece of video equipment that can play back data files in real time.
Vision mixer
A vision mixer is a device used to select between several different video sources and in some cases Compositing video sources together to create special effects.
A vision mixer is a device used to select between several different video sources and in some cases Compositing video sources together to create special effects.
Visual effects
Visual effects are the various processes by which imagery is created and/or manipulated outside the context of a live action shoot.
Visual effects are the various processes by which imagery is created and/or manipulated outside the context of a live action shoot.
Vitaphone
Vitaphone was a sound film system used for feature films and nearly 1,000 short subjects made by Warner Brothers and its sister studio First National from 1926 to 1931.
Vitaphone was a sound film system used for feature films and nearly 1,000 short subjects made by Warner Brothers and its sister studio First National from 1926 to 1931.
VODcast (SeaChange)
VODcast is a registered trademark of SeaChange International, Inc., coined in 2001 referring to a video on demand (VOD) multicasting technology that requires special hardware and software.
VODcast is a registered trademark of SeaChange International, Inc., coined in 2001 referring to a video on demand (VOD) multicasting technology that requires special hardware and software.
VQuad-HD
VQuad-HD VQuad-HD is the next generation video quality testing technology for high definition video signals.
VQuad-HD VQuad-HD is the next generation video quality testing technology for high definition video signals.
Walter Bruch
Walter Bruch (March 2, 1908 - May 5, 1990) was a German engineer who invented the PAL color television system at Telefunken in the early 1960s.
Walter Bruch (March 2, 1908 - May 5, 1990) was a German engineer who invented the PAL color television system at Telefunken in the early 1960s.
Walter Percy Day
Walter Percy Day O.B.E. was a British painter best remembered for his work as a matte artist and special effects technician in the film industry.
Walter Percy Day O.B.E. was a British painter best remembered for his work as a matte artist and special effects technician in the film industry.
Waveform monitor
A waveform monitor is a special type of oscilloscope used in television applications.
A waveform monitor is a special type of oscilloscope used in television applications.
Web acceleration
Web acceleration is a service that accelerates the delivery of content from web sites to a computer user.
Web acceleration is a service that accelerates the delivery of content from web sites to a computer user.
Web film
A web film is a film made with the medium of the Internet and its distribution constraints in mind.
A web film is a film made with the medium of the Internet and its distribution constraints in mind.
Webcam
A webcam is a video camera that feeds its images in real time to a computer or computer network, often via USB, ethernet, or Wi-Fi.
A webcam is a video camera that feeds its images in real time to a computer or computer network, often via USB, ethernet, or Wi-Fi.
Wedding videography
Wedding videography is a video production that documents a wedding on video.
Wedding videography is a video production that documents a wedding on video.
Wig-wag (sound stage)
A wig-wag is the red light (also known as a "red-eye") near each door of a motion picture sound stage.
A wig-wag is the red light (also known as a "red-eye") near each door of a motion picture sound stage.
Windowbox (film)
Windowboxing (also called either the "postage stamp effect", "gutterboxing", or "matchboxing") in the display of film or video occurs when the aspect ratio of the media is such that the letterbo...
Windowboxing (also called either the "postage stamp effect", "gutterboxing", or "matchboxing") in the display of film or video occurs when the aspect ratio of the media is such that the letterbo...
Wireless HDMI
Wireless HDMI is a colloquial term for wireless high-definition audio and video signals connectivity on consumer electronics products.
Wireless HDMI is a colloquial term for wireless high-definition audio and video signals connectivity on consumer electronics products.
Workprint
A workprint is a rough version of a motion picture, used by the film editor(s) during the editing process.
A workprint is a rough version of a motion picture, used by the film editor(s) during the editing process.
XBMC
XBMC Media Center is a media player application developed by the XBMC Foundation, a non-profit technology consortium.
XBMC Media Center is a media player application developed by the XBMC Foundation, a non-profit technology consortium.
Yoostar
Yoostar is a video-based interactive entertainment gaming system developed by Yoostar Entertainment Group that allows users to insert themselves into movie or television scenes to perform wi...
Yoostar is a video-based interactive entertainment gaming system developed by Yoostar Entertainment Group that allows users to insert themselves into movie or television scenes to perform wi...
Zencoder
Zencoder is a cloud-based video encoding service launched in 2010 by Jon Dahl, Brandon Arbini, and Steve Heffernan, a team of engineers focused on removing the complexities of putting video online.
Zencoder is a cloud-based video encoding service launched in 2010 by Jon Dahl, Brandon Arbini, and Steve Heffernan, a team of engineers focused on removing the complexities of putting video online.