Editing HD in FCE

I want to edit video filmed in HD in Final Cut Express (FCE), which it is capable. I am looking at the Cannon HV20 video camera.
1. Do I need a video capture card/board etc. or will the cable with the camera import the file directly to my MacPro.
2. I have extensive analog video editing experience, is digital similar and......
3. I realize that unless I have a HD DVD player, the picture won't be HD, BUT will the picture be better filmed in HD and FCE converting it to standard format, or should I just look for a good analog video camera.
Thanks in advance,
Steve

This is the Final Cut PRO forum so you might want to click over and post this in the Express forum.

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