Thanks for the response John. I know how to output with alpha (including using DNxHD) – the problem is how to tell it to create an alpha from the background (or lack thereof) so the animation will key. Currently the alpha it outputs is the full screen.
Thanks Ra-ey – I just purchased the Squeeze 8 upgrade but have not yet installed. Could you specify a particular preset that would be optimal for DNxHD to H.264 HD?
Thanks for setting me straight, Job (no sarcasm intended) – I’ll have to return the money I’ve been paid for all those spots. (Not really). I’ll have to try out those test charts when I have some downtime – maybe next year.
The DNxHD file was exported from Media Composer then loaded into QT Pro. The H.264 file was exported from there. I do this every day for dozens of TV stations and never one complaint. I have also done this with long form work (a 96 minute feature film) with no gamma shifts, no audio “slipping.”
Perhaps I am (or was that sarcasm? Ouch. Send an email address to H264@kilby.tv and I’ll send you a link to download “before and after” of the same clip. Then you can decide.