Nikon Image Converter - Manual (Page 41)

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Q: Is there any prejudice towards the MiniDV
format?
A: Yes. Even though MiniDV is a SMPTE
standard “broadcast quality” format, many
television stations and other venues will not
accept MiniDV tapes and/or assume that the
production value of MiniDV is low. We
recommend burning your footage to DVD or
transferring it to a higher format ( BetaSP,
DigiBeta, DVCPRO50 ) for presentation to
these types of outlets.
Q: I’ve finished my movie and want the world to
see it; can you help me distribute it?
A:
Our tip Check out www.customflix.com for
the latest in independent distribution of your
film.
Q: I am using an XL1(S) and want a progressive
look, but I don’t like Frame mode, are there
any options?
A: While we have not tested it ourselves, we
have heard very good things about
DVFilmMaker from www.dvfilm.com.
Q: I am using a PAL XL1(S) for the increased
resolution and color, but plan to distribute
in NTSC. Is there a simple process for
converting from one format to another?
A: In the past this would have required you to
go to a professional transfer house, and for
the best results, you still might want to
consider this. With the same caveat as
above, check out Atlantis from
www.dvfilm.com.