CineForm RAW™: CineForm RAW is a set of extensions to CineForm Intermediate to encodes raw sensor data for digital cinema cameras that use large-format Bayer sensors.  Processing the sensor data in its raw form, prior to conversion to YUV or RGB color spaces, offers many creative benefits to the post-production workflow, including higher dynamic range and more flexible color palette, which results in a more cinematic look for theatrical productions. CineForm RAW extensions are included both in our Visually Perfect™ wavelet codec and our real-time video processing engine. Read more.

Quality Analysis: We have performed separate in-depth quality analyses on the visual characteristics of both of our CineForm Intermediate 10-bit and 8-bit codecs.  In the 10-bit analysis we have compared against editing with DVCPRO HD.  In the 8-bit analysis we have compared against editing with "native" MPEG2.  Our analysis techniques include both both subjective observation and objective numerical analysis.  Click here to see the results.

White Papers: CineForm has written three white papers that describe in more depth the specific technologies and processes we used in developing CineForm Intermediate.  They get  "under the hood" on how CineForm technology achieves its unprecedented performance.

New Real-Time, Multi-Stream High-Definition Workflow Improves Efficiency for Media Professionals by David Newman, CineForm Chief Technical Officer
This white paper discusses why using an intermediate-file strategy that is optimized for the needs within post-production make the workflow much more time and cost efficient.  Compression technologies and strategies are discussed in detail.

A New Approach to High Definition Video Editing by David Newman, CineForm Chief Technical Officer
This white paper discusses the technology and strategy behind Aspect HD, our Visually Perfect CFHD codec, and interfacing with HDV camcorders.

Video Editing System Exploits the Intel® Pentium® 4 Processor by Brian Schunck, Principal Engineer
This paper describes the development of a video editing application and video codec (compressor and decompressor) using Intel® Software Development Products.

Filmmaker Workflow: Read our Filmmaker Workflow tutorial to learn how Prospect HD and Prospect 2K with CineForm Intermediate can save your project substantial post-production dollars.

Exploiting Sony's HDV CineFrame Modes in Post-Production: Read more about the details of Sony's HDV CineFrame modes and the support CineForm products offers to take maximum advantage of these modes.  This discussion also includes pictorial information illustrating the difference between editing material using an interlaced versus progressive workflow.

David Newman's Blog: CineForm's CTO David Newman publishes his own blog that discusses CineForm technology plus filmmaking and post-production industry topics of interest.

Need help with Premiere Pro? Jacob Rosenberg's Premiere Pro 2 Studio Techniques is the definitive guide.  Trial versions of Aspect HD, Premiere Pro, and Audition are included on the DVD that comes with the book.  Jacob also includes HD files from the feature film Dust to Glory and Jacob's music video Cactusflower, both of which were edited with Prospect HD and Premiere Pro.  Jacob's book can be purchased from Amazon.com, which also describes the book in this manner:

Jacob goes beyond rote explanation to give you a real-world perspective on HD and DV editing, sharing his hard-won tips and expertise along the way. If you're a novice user, you'll get the grounding you need to begin capturing, editing, and outputting digital video. And if you're a veteran, you can go straight to the comprehensive coverage of all that's new in this version: MultiCam support, menu based DVD authoring from the timeline, native SD and HD support, and an automated review and approval system that lets you email video embedded in a PDF file for client review.

More information on HDV can be found

• At the following online forums: dvinfo.net     sonyhdvinfo.com
   
• in the new book HDV: What You NEED to Know. Created by VASST (Video, Audio, Surround, Streaming Training), the book includes over 120 pages with tables and charts, breaking down HDV so anyone can get up to speed fast. Sample chapters, purchase information, and free HDV info can be found here: http://www.vasst.com/printproducts/hdv.htm  Use the discount code "Cineform" when purchasing the book to enjoy a special discount, only for Cineform customers.
   
• A collection of resources and links for video editors. can be found at the website http://www.stevengotz.com/hdv.  Steve's site includes various audio and video links, FAQs, and Tutorials about HDV and other video-related subjects targeted for the beginning hobbyist to the seasoned professional.

Open Source Supporter: CineForm has used open source software for certain functions within our products.  Read details about CineForm's use of open source modules and get source code downloads.

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