Quick Question

[Springs32]

Originally Posted by toni1

A recent laptop computer with with Firewire connection: (i.link/1394 cables) to put in the video and (if possible) a hdmi connection for output to display (ex hd ready flat panel plasma with hdmi connection) hdmi goes usualy with good videocard ( ex nvidia 7600)
A cables (i.link/1394 cables) for Camcorders (4-pin 4pin for laptop computer) to transfert to computer
An hdmi cable to connect to TV
Two big external usb hard drives to stock long high def videos ,( since a dvd can only contain around 20 minutes high def data) ; You can also shose to split 60 minutes into 3 times 20 minutes (less expensive solution)
You also need an easy software ( like Ulead VideoStudio11 or Pinacle Studio11 and more other )

is Studio 9 good? Or Sony Vegas 6/7?

[toni1]

Sony Vegas 7 is Ok maybe the best choice for value : stable good reputation
Pinnacle Studio 9 is no good (old architecture, unstable have to add patches for hd)
Pinnacle studio 11 is based on intierly new architecture : advantage : good learning curve

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Sony Vegas is really good if you want a quick edit. It's pretty easy to learn and get used to, I would know since my brother only took a few weeks or so to get really comfortable with it. Personally I use Final Cut Pro.