Upgrade to iMovie'09?

Is upgrading from iMovie '08 to iMovie '09 really worth it? I got my new macbook in December, a few weeks before iMovie '09 was released.

There are some good posts early on in the iMovie 09 thread. You could start there.

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    Now I have a Sony HDR-PJ230 and it is not recognized in iMovie09. Do I need to upgrade to iMovie 11 or ???

    Hi jcm2656,
    iMovie ’09 does not support the Sony HDr-PJ230 camcorder. See this article for a list of cameras supported for that version of iMovie -
    iMovie '09: Camcorder Support
    http://support.apple.com/kb/HT3290#1
    iMovie ’11 however, does support it. See this article -
    Apple - iLife '11 Help - iMovie ’11 Supported Cameras
    http://help.apple.com/imovie/cameras/en/index.html
    Note that iMovie does not support footage recorded in 1080-60p from this Camcorder.
    Thanks for using Apple Support Communities.
    Best,
    Brett L

  • In the latest upgrade for iMovie 11' there is no "export to QuickTime" or other way to set your preferred export settings? can anyone explain how to do this now?

    In the latest upgrade for iMovie 10' there is no "export to QuickTime" or other way to set your preferred export settings? can anyone explain how to do this now?

    Export to Quicktime file in imoie 10 is explained here:
    http://help.apple.com/imovie/mac/10.0/#move6e0cb2ad
    Geoff.

  • Project didn't update after upgrade to iMovie 11

    I just upgraded to iMovie 11 and my finished movie which was in the projects section didn't transfer over. Other movies in the projects window did but the biggest one and the most complete didn't transter.
    Now what. Where can I find that project?

    Hi Bonsey,
    You asked:
    Where can I find that project?
    On your internal drive, Events are stored in your User (Home) folder Movies/iMovie Events. Projects are in Movies/iMovie Projects.
    On an external drive, Events and Projects are stored at the top level of the drive in iMovie Events and iMovie Projects respectively.
    If you are ever looking for your exported (shared) movies, these are stored in the project's package contents folder. To access this, in Finder right-click (or Control-click) on the name of your project and select "Show Package Contents" from the pop-up menu. In the Movies folder you will see your exported movie (or movies). If you wish to use them elsewhere, copy and paste - don't move them from package contents or otherwise disturb items in that folder.
    Although this may not help you to get the movie back into iMovie's Project Library, at least you may be able to locate it. If you do locate it, try double-clicking on it, as it may well then load in iMovie.
    John

  • Thinking bout upgrading from imovie

    So im thinking about upgrading from imovie. What do you think some good reasons for doing so are. Im wanting to be able to have mulitple movie tracks. Also, are there better transitions and effects in FCE? Is there a way to do a Four Corner type PIP with different video in each corner? Let me know what the big selling points were for you.
    thanks

    Hi(Bonjour)!
    That's depend of your projects and needs.
    FCE is the swiss army knive of video editing and iMovie is the fisher-price.
    FCE needs many much more time to master, it's less automated, it had less "canned" transitions, it's a totally different way of editing than iMovie, but you can build almost anything you want... if you master it.
    A good hammer is nothing without a good carpenter and an hammer is too much heavy to plant a needle.
    Be prepare to follow a steep learning curve, but you'll get reward if you persist.
    FCE is the Final Cut Pro's little brother: once your master it, you will be at home in FCP if you upgrade.
    Yes you can do 4 corners PIP if you want, and remember that in FCE there are many ways to achieve one goal.
    This forum is full of switchers from iMovie to FCE and generally they stay with FCE after the switch.
    Michel Boissonneault

  • Want to upgrade from imovie 5.0.2 to 6.0

    I have been searching the apple download pages to upgrade my imovie 5.0.2 to 6.0. I have only found upgrades from 6.0 to 6.0.2 and 6.0.3 but nothing to get me to 6.0. Am I missing something? Please help, thanks!

    You can't go from version 5 to version 6 via updates.
    To get version 6 you must purchase iLife 06.
    No other way.

  • Upgrading from iMovie Questions

    I need to upgrade from iMovie -- need to because I'm finding that iMovie is somewhat unreliable regarding some of its 'known issues.'
    So ...
    I'm trying to figure out what the key differences are between FC Pro and Express. I'm willing to endure any 'learning curve' differences, I just want to figure out if there are any features in the Pro edition that I'll never use and weigh the differences.
    1. Is there any matrix you can point to that does this comparison?
    2. Is there a 'Final Cut Express Studio' that includes all of the software in Final Cut Pro Studio or do they have to be purchased individually.
    3. Are both FC Pro and Express devoid of the 'known issues' that can make working with iMovie somewhat unreliable?
    Thanks for your feedback.

    I found a comparison article here: http://camcorders.about.com/od/videoediting/a/FinalCutCompare.htm
    Final Cut Express HD also gives you Soundtrack 1.5 and LiveType 2 for $299.
    To get Final Cut Pro, you must by Final Cut Studio for $1299. With this you also get SoundTrack Pro (different from SoundTrack 1.5), Motion, DVD Studio Pro, Compressor, and the same version of LiveType (I think).
    You cannot buy Final Cut Pro, SoundTrack Pro, Compressor, Motion, and DVD Studio Pro individually.
    Since you cannot buy DVD Studio Pro individually, if you buy FCE HD you'd still need to use iDVD (or Toast) to author a DVD Video.
    You won't find the same "known issues" as iMovie. There will be different "known issues" as no software package is perfect. Your biggest issue will probably be the learning curve but you can overcome that.

  • Can I upgrade my imovie 9 in my mac 10.6.8 ?

    I have a Macbook pro 10.6.8 with imovie 09. I tried to upgrade the imovie  by purchasing it on app store but it says that I need to have Mac OS X 10.10... so... how can I upgrade any of these two? I need to do a wedding video for my best friend!!!!Thank you!!

    Does your MBP meet the requirements?
    OS X Yosemite Requirements
    MacBook Air (late 2008 or later)
    MacBook (late 2008 aluminum or later)
    MacBook Pro (mid 2007 or later)
    iMac (mid 2007 or later)
    Mac mini (early 2009 or later)
    Mac Pro (early 2008 or later)
    Xserve (early 2009)
    2 GB RAM minimum (I recommend a minimum of 4 GB of RAM)
    8 GB of drive space minimum. For basic installation, with only the default apps plus one or two of your own favorites, then 16 GB is a practical minimum.
    If it does you download and installed Yosemite OS X 10.10 from the the App Store.
    Backup first.

  • Imovie won't import AVI files since upgrade to imovie 06

    Hey everyone
    I've just upgraded to imovie 06. Everytime I try to import movies made on my Digital Camera a sign saying: 'Error during Import, The file could not be imported: Unknown Error.
    I didn't have this problem before upgrading to imovie 06. I wonder if anyone can help?
    See ya
    Bevan James Eyles

    Hi BJE:
    When you upgraded, did you upgrade your quicktime as well?
    Sue

  • Upgrade to iMovie 08 from iMove HD

    Is it possible to upgrade from iMovie HD to iMovie 08 without losing iMovie HD. Can both run on the same machine?

    So I could use either application depending on the nature of a project?
    Exactly.

  • Upgrading from iMovie 06 HD to 08??

    Is it so that many features are gone in the new iMovie 08. No more nice plugins for nice Transitions, Video FX and so on? And what els is missing?
    Is it a bad idea to upgrade if I want to make some cool effects and so on?

    Is it a bad idea to upgrade if I want to make some cool effects and so on?
    No.
    I use both iMovie 06 and iMovie 08 (iMovie 06 about 90%, iMovie 08 about 10%).
    Many reviews of iMovie 08 recommend using both iMovie 08 and iMovie 06.
    I do find that iMovie 08 is "feature reduced" and not as DVD friendly compared to iMovie 06. iMovie 06 is "timeline based", iMovie 08 is "clip based". The lack of a true timeline in IM08 is hard to get used to for some.
    iMovie 08 is NOT an upgrade of iMovie 06. It is a completely new application. iMovie 08 is better for absolute beginners that don't want to burn a DVD. Most others will like iMovie 06 for its far greater editing power and ease of making DVDs. (Like creating Chapter Markers and Share to iDVD.)
    When iLife 08 is installed, all of the old applications are automatically deleted EXCEPT iMovie 06, because Apple WANTS you to have it.
    iMovie 08 is a wonderful program assuming that you're using it for what it was designed to do, assemble simple videos to share on the Internet.
    I find iMovie 06 to be easier and faster to use than iMovie 08 on longer jobs (more than 10 mins). iMovie 08 is faster for shorter jobs.
    iDVD 08 alone is worth the price of iLife 08. iMovie 06 and iDVD 08 is a terrific combination.
    The Web site below has a good comparison of iMovie 08 and iMovie 06.
    http://www.geethree.com/slick/imovie8.html

  • I just recently upgraded to iMovie 10.0.1.  Now whenever I import video longer than 30 minutes, it automatically splits it at 30 minutes.  How can I get my entire video clip at once without a break again?

    I just recently upgraded to iMovie 10.0.1.  Now whenever I import video clips that are longer than 30 minutes, it automatically splits them at 30 minutes.  How can I get my entire video clip without a break again?

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  • Upgrading from iMovie 11 to Final Cut Express, Worth It?

    I was thinking about upgrading from iMovie 11 to Final Cut Express. I know the cost and I was wondering if it is worth it, is it?

    Since Final Cur Pro X will be release in June, you may want to wait for it.
    Allan

  • Should I upgrade to iMovie 08?

    Hi there, I'm new on here so bear with me...
    I recently got a new Panasonic HDD camcorder (model SDR-H20). But I have iMovie HD 6 on my Mac, which, I'm learning, doesn't work with this camera.
    Am I right in thinking that upgrading to iMovie 08 will enable this camera to work through the USB cable?
    Any advice or other suggestions wold be appreciated!
    Thanks

    You need to do some research about iMovie 08 before you jump in. It is NOT an upgrade to the iMovie you have, but a completely new programme designed for those that want to make quick little movies for You Tube and such. Get to an Apple store and have a look at iMovie 08 to see the differences.
    Whether you want to go with iMovie 08, or not, or maybe use both iMovie 06 and 08, you will be better off to return that cam for a miniDV tape cam which records in DV, the source all iMovies need to work with.

  • If I upgrade to Lion, does the upgrade include iMovie 11?

    If I upgrade to Lion, does the upgrade include iMovie 11?

    Lion is the operating system and does not include applications.
    I upgraded to Lion and I still have iMovie 11 which was on my Mac prior to the upgrade.
    Allan

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