High Definition Video
High Definition Video
High Definition Video - explained
What is High Definition video?
High definition video is the new video standard that is set to become the norm within a few years. Known as HD video, or High Def for short, it contains far more detail than standard definition video and this results in a much sharper picture quality.
Take a look at the picture above. HD video is about four times the resolution of this picture. It's four times as sharp with four times as much information and can create stunningly life like pictures.
It's easy to be wowed by the latest industry fad. Everyone's talking high definition video at the moment. But is HD video here to stay?
Absolutely. Just as DVD has superceded VHS and colour TV has replaced black and white, High Definition video will over time replace standard definition.
Should I be using HD video?
If your programme is going to be seen on laptops or over the internet then standard definition will be fine. But there are ocassions when HD can offer tremendous advantages.
Given the clarity that HD video delivers, it's ideal for large screens. The extra resolution means the picture can be four times normal size without any loss of quality. So if you are making a programme for large scale projection at a conference or exhibition, then HD video makes a sensible choice.
Alternatively, if your programme is to feature intricate animation, text or charts you can reduce this in size and it will still be readable. High Definition video is about to open up new possibilities for programme makers and graphic designers.
HD video will be common place within a few years. What looks acceptable now in standard definition is going to appear soft and fuzzy in the future. So, how can you future proof your programme?
The important point is to capture at high definition now. Your programme can be edited in standard definition for the moment - but when you're ready, you can to go back to the original material if you wish and republish at high definition. If you are recording material for a a long term project, for posterity or archive purposes, high definition video is almost certainly the way to go.
Besides - have you ever regretted buying quality?
High definition video is the new video standard that is set to become the norm within a few years. Known as HD video, or High Def for short, it contains far more detail than standard definition video and this results in a much sharper picture quality.
Take a look at the picture above. HD video is about four times the resolution of this picture. It's four times as sharp with four times as much information and can create stunningly life like pictures.
It's easy to be wowed by the latest industry fad. Everyone's talking high definition video at the moment. But is HD video here to stay?
Absolutely. Just as DVD has superceded VHS and colour TV has replaced black and white, High Definition video will over time replace standard definition.
Should I be using HD video?
If your programme is going to be seen on laptops or over the internet then standard definition will be fine. But there are ocassions when HD can offer tremendous advantages.
Given the clarity that HD video delivers, it's ideal for large screens. The extra resolution means the picture can be four times normal size without any loss of quality. So if you are making a programme for large scale projection at a conference or exhibition, then HD video makes a sensible choice.
Alternatively, if your programme is to feature intricate animation, text or charts you can reduce this in size and it will still be readable. High Definition video is about to open up new possibilities for programme makers and graphic designers.
HD video will be common place within a few years. What looks acceptable now in standard definition is going to appear soft and fuzzy in the future. So, how can you future proof your programme?
The important point is to capture at high definition now. Your programme can be edited in standard definition for the moment - but when you're ready, you can to go back to the original material if you wish and republish at high definition. If you are recording material for a a long term project, for posterity or archive purposes, high definition video is almost certainly the way to go.
Besides - have you ever regretted buying quality?
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