FYI re: HD video shot with the EOS 5D MarkII http://www.usa.canon.com/dlc/controller?act=GetArticleAct&articleID=2326

Well, I got as far as question number two: ''Do you primarily use PC (Windows) video editing software at this time? (non-Mac)''  My response to which was ''No''  (My employer, whom I edit for 8 hours a day, uses Macs.  At home for my freelance work I use Liquid) I was immediately presented with a ''Thanks for submitting''  ...

The great thing about trade shows whether it be editing systems, new car models or guitars is that I can zero in on the models I'm interested in, look at them, try them out, run back and look again and again and yet again.  It at least gives me a feel for the product with the opportunity to immediately compare it with the next guys ...

Smetvid-we (we meaning my freelance employer) were just discussing looking at Chrome, but under the circumstances I think he may hold off right now.  This is a guy with no particular loyalty to any brand.  He currently runs an Avid suite, Newtek suite and Liquid suite (I use the Liquid suite.)  So he has ample experience working ...

From the Apple website.  ''Final Cut Pro 6.0.2 addresses specific customer issues and general performance issues, improves overall stability, and supports compatibility for additional video devices.''  Gotta like the ''specific customer issues'' statement.  Whether someone likes Apple or not, nevertheless they are very good at ...

On the PC side I use After Effects to create curved masks.  Basically the same controls as photoshop.  At work I'm in a Mac environment.  There are some free bezier curve filters for FCP (50pt. matte filter) as well as filters that can be purchased.  It's just nice to continue working in the actual editing program.  ...

I use bezier curve masks with and without soft edges a lot.  It would be nice not to have to exit Liquid each time.  Especially when they aren't overly complicated masks.