Best video editing software available 2014 for iMac

Need suggestions for best video editing software available Nov 2014 for iMac.

If by best you mean the most editing tools and effects available, and used by most professional video studios, that would be either the Adobe Premiere Pro suite, or Avid. Neither of which is cheap. Final Cut Studio used to have a pretty generous share of that professional market, but FCP X was such a radical change to the app (not to mention not even being able to open standing FCS projects with it), many former FCS users switched to Adobe or Avid.
For inexpensive and still a lot of power, FCP X is a steal.

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What is the best video editing software i can get for a macbook pro without slowing my computer way down

What is the best video editing software i can get for a macbook pro without slowing my computer way down. I need it to be able to take hd videos. With the camera i got i can't even upload my videos to imovie.

MacBook Pro
https://discussions.apple.com/community/notebooks/macbook_pro
https://discussions.apple.com/community/mac_os?view=discussions
http://www.apple.com/support/macbookpro
http://www.apple.com/support/
http://www.apple.com/support/iphoto
You stumbled on a Mac Tower forum, not notebooks.
If you are running 10.6.8 then you must have bought it 3-4 yrs ago?
Might want to check the specs and then look at various programs and their requirements as to whether Final Cut Express and ah, you want to import media to an app, not "upload."
http://www.apple.com/support/imovie
http://www.apple.com/support/finalcutexpress
Checked AppStore, Google or even the forums for various Apple programs.

Best video editing software

I've used Mac in the past, but not for what I'm about to start using it for. I need the best video editing software possible if I wanted to take footage from an HD video camera and import onto a MacBook. I would be making video documentaries, maybe some underground type music videos without all the flashly lighting and special effects. I just want to be able to do a lot of transition effects, screen effects (like coloring & style overlays like theatrical style documentaries have), ability to easily cut & paste footage and edit the audio track if necessary, too. And then I would need the ability to take the complete footage through a DVD application so that I can add chapter splits and menu's.
So which software would be best for this? I was thinking I wouldn't need to have Final Cut Studio 2 because I'm not trying to do some huge production or shoot a movie or anything. I figure I could just use Final Cut Express 4 and still do what I need to do. And for whichever one you recommend, what file types can you save in, and how easy is it to make the footage a different format, such as if I wanted to make a DVD 720p or even 1080p?

I agree, only I really don't like FCE. Some of the features for one reason or another are kind of strange and harder to figure out than the same feature on FCP. I used to teach FCP at the Apple store to ProCare customers and one time they set me up with a customer for FCE. I thought it wouldn't be a problem and that everything worked the same with the exception of the more advanced features that express just wouldn't have. I don't remember how it was set up, but it was somewhat of a disaster. Pro just makes way more sense to me.
The one definite thing I can tell you is that studio is not necessary, but that doesn't mean your only option is express. You can buy FCP 6 without getting the studio you don't need. I'm not sure if it's possible. I notice it was said that Macbooks don't support FCS2. I didn't know that. Because of that, I'm not sure if it would be the same about FCP6. If you ask people in the Apple store I can tell you already what they will say. They'll tell you that the graphics card isn't powerful enough and that it may take a lot longer to render because of that. To test this, I would say to go to the Apple store and try to run FCP 6 on a Macbook, but they no longer have the software on all the machines. They used to even have them on the Mac Minis. Whatever you decide on, good luck. My 2 cents, if FCP is supported I would go for it. I don't think it would slow down the rendering that dramatically. Really, it's just a question of whether or not you're willing to spend a grand on the software.

What is the best video editing software for Mac?

I am trying to edit videos, specifically .wmv and .mpg files to put in PowerPoint presentations. What is the best software for cropping movies as well as cutting different scenes out of video (i.e. making a 2 minute video into a 30 second video). Thanks so much for the help.

iMovie will not edit WVM nor MPEG-1. You would need to convert the movies to one of the formats iMovie can accept before you could edit them. If you will need the movies to remain or end up in WMV or MPEG-1, I'd suggest looking to a different editor. StreamClip might work for just doing basic editing:
http://www.squared5.com/svideo/mpeg-streamclip-mac.html
To edit WMV you'll need the paid Flip4Mac plugin from Telestream:
http://www.telestream.net/flip4mac/
Regards.

Video Editing Software Question

Hi EveryOne,
What is the best video editing software ????
Im looking at Cyberlink PowerDirector 9 Deluxe & Corel VideoStudio Pro X3.
thanks

I do not pretend to be a video editing expert, as I have been limited to normal family movies using cheaper software I have been able to procure over the years. I can say this - I do a *lot* of photo editing, and I would definitely pick the Corel product over the Cyberlink product as all my photo editing products are Corel and I have been more then pleased with them.
If I was making this decision myself, I'd be looking over the detailed feature lists of both products and see which one suits your needs best - assuming both products were being weighed equally.
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With SO MUCH photo editing software available, what would be the best for me if I am a digital camera newby? I do not need Photoshop CC! I do not want to spend $700 bucks! My camera is a Nikon D90. Please help.

With SO MUCH photo editing software available, what would be the best for me if I am a digital camera newby? I do not need Photoshop CC! I do not want to spend $700 bucks! My camera is a Nikon D90. Please help.

Where did you come up with the $700 figure?
Photography plan - $9.99/month or $119/year - Creative Cloud Photography plan : Adobe Creative Cloud
Single App - $19.99/month
Complete plan - $49.99/month or $599/yr - Creative Cloud free trial & plans : Adobe Creative Cloud
Ah - If you wish to cancel early yeah $74.99 which would total for the year at $899.88. But that final total would be if you canceled in the 12th month but if you plan on keeping it that long might as well go for the annual contract. Then cancel at the end of the term limit if you need to.
If you are not sure what to get, Either Elements as was suggested by Peru Bob or the photography plan.

I currently have iPhoto on my new 27" 17, iMac. What is the best photo editing software. I have photo shop elements on my previous mac which I liked many features.

I currently have an imac 27", i7. I have iphoto on this computer. What is the best photo editing software to purchase or download?
On my previouw mac I had Photo Shop Elenemts and Photoshop CS3. Both of the later had features that I liked.
I am an amatuer family photographer; What is the best photo editing software. I do not think I need the power and confusion of full version photoshop.

I take it you are looking for replacements for the apps you used on a previous Mac?
I do not have Photoshop Elements, so I do not know about compatibility. But this site will tell you:
http://roaringapps.com
Photoshop CS3 does run in OS 10.9.1. (I use it just about everyday.) You do not have to give it up.
And there is Gimp, which is free and powerful.
http://www.gimp.org

Hi, I need a video editing software for my Power Mac G5 system. Hunted all over for one! Can anyone help me and point me in the right direction. Everything I come across is for intel based systems. Many thanks in advance.

Hi, I need a video editing software for my Power Mac G5 system. Hunted all over for one! Can anyone help me and point me in the right direction. Everything I come across is for intel based systems. Many thanks in advance.

I have Final Cut Studio V1 - the PPC/Intel V5/5.1 cross-grade version, which would suit your requirements perfectly. (I have it for sale at present down here).
If you keep looking, you're sure to find a similar second hand copy in your area, without the need to upgrade your graphics card.
I'd go for Final Cut Pro as above over any version of Express. FCP has the full version of LiveType - not the truncated version that was released later on.

Hi. Does anyone know what video editing software is compatible with my MacBook - version 10.6.3? I am looking to edit films and already have Final Cut Pro, but am looking for something a little more basic and easier to use. Thanks. Vicki

Hi. Does anyone know what video editing software is compatible with my MacBook - version 10.6.3? I am looking to edit films and already have Final Cut Pro, but am looking for something a little more basic and easier to use. Thanks. Vicki

Hi Cereskit
Thanks again for the message. I've done the updates and have the App Store on my desktop. I went into it and searched for imovie but couldn't find the basic imovie, which I presume is what I'd need for editing?, rather than imovie 11 for £10.49, which is for making trailers, it seems. Also, were you saying that imovie would be free?
Vicki

Any futures plans to include a real video editing software for hp sprout, like Adobe premiere pro?

Very simple question.
Is there any plans to include a real video editing software for HP Sprout?
Video editing software like Adobe premire Pro?
It will be amazing if you (HP people) can develop and integrate a video editing software like Adobe premiere Pro into the HP Sprout.
Thank you in advance!

Diodio wrote:
Very simple question.
Is there any plans to include a real video editing software for HP Sprout?
Video editing software like Adobe premire Pro?
It will be amazing if you (HP people) can develop and integrate a video editing software like Adobe premiere Pro into the HP Sprout.
Thank you in advance!
HP is pretty reticent to revealing "Future Plans". It would be a real shot in the arm though if this happens!
How about it @Ty1 ? Can you shed any light on the subject?
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Any suggestions on a good video editing software for MacBook Pro

I have just joined the MacBook Pro community would like an idea for good video software options

Also, compare the hardware specification (not just minimums) needed to actually
use the video editing software; plus consider external storage options of huge
capacity since most portable computers don't really have all that much storage.
A few years ago some suggested Avid Media Composer as professional software
but then in the same discussion, said the MacBook Pro may not be able to handle
the demands of the application; and went on to suggest an Apple Mac Pro tower.
Some software needs require further study prior to committing resources & funds
to discover perhaps the product may/may not be adequate. Avid likely is still costly.
Hopefully you can get a great editor with a few creative options, for a decent price.
Good luck & happy computing!

Firewire Canon XL2 to IMAC? & Video Edit Software

Hello
Can anyone recommend a Firewire Cable please that would go from a Mini DV Canon XL2 Camcorder to the back of an IMAC?
Also, if anyone could recommend a Video Editing Software Package also that could 'do the job', then I'd be most grateful, as I understand that there have been historic problems [from what I have read online].
Cheers!
Rob

A Thunderbolt/Firewire adapter:
http://store.apple.com/us/product/MD464ZM/A/apple-thunderbolt-to-firewire-adapte r
Google reveals that the CV-150F/CV-250F DV Cable on the user manual is a Firewire 4 pin to Firewire 6 pin connector.
You'll need a 6 pin to 9 pin connector to connect the above adapter from Apple to it:
http://eshop.macsales.com/item/NewerTech/FIR1369AD/

O.0 Looking For Hauntingly Good Video Editing Software 0.o

I'm Running On A Custom OS!
I Just Wanted To Know Of Any Good Video Editing Software That Will Run Flawelessly On A Standard Macbook!

iMovie ’08
Very fast editing of movies.
Part of iLife '08 ($79. but comes free with a new Apple computer)
http://store.apple.com/1-800-MY-APPLE/WebObjects/AppleStore.woa/wo/StoreReentry. wo?productLearnMore=MB015Z/A
Final Cut Express 4
For Pro-like editing ($199)
http://store.apple.com/1-800-MY-APPLE/WebObjects/AppleStore.woa/wo/StoreReentry. wo?productLearnMore=MB278Z/A
-Mike

Are there any free video editting Applications available for Mac osx 10.7.5???

I'm trying to edit a number of video's regarding a presentation I'm working on for school project. Can anyone recommend a reliable video editting application? Thanks for helping

What about iMovie? I comes standard on Macs.
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PowerPC G5 / Video or Photography editing software available?

Hello,
I have acquired a PowerPC G5 / The OSX version I have 10.5.8 and of course this is an older model MacPro. I would like to know if anyone knows of a video editing software or a Photo editing program that would help me use this machine to use. I know I should purchase an upgraded computer but at this present time I would like to get the most of what I have. Any Help would be really appreciated.

Another image editor that will work with older PowerPC Macs, this older version of Pixelmator.
http://www.amazon.com/Smith-Micro-Software-Inc-PXMMBX2/dp/B002ABOYXG/ref=sr_1_1? s=software&ie=UTF8&qid=1421141625&sr=1-1&keywords=Pixelmator

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