Sony Camcorder VOB File import

I have a Sony DVD Camcorder. The video files are created in a VOB file type extension. It seems that I need to convert the file types to be compatible and import to imovie. How do I convert and with what? Will I loose quality in the conversion process? What camcorder type will be more compatible with imovie? Does anyone want to buy my Sony DVD camcorder?

Hi!
I use freeware called OpenShiiva to convert my VOB files to mpeg-4's. It's been handy once I realized I couldn't sync my Sony Handycam DCR-DVD201 to my iMac. I've never noticed a decline in quality. Here's a link to the site where you can download this software:
http://www.macupdate.com/info.php/id/11973
I'm wondering if my camcorder is now compatible with iMovie 08 b/c apple has tested some of the newer sony camcorders and they do work:
http://docs.info.apple.com/article.html?artnum=306171#2
However, I will have to upgrade to Tiger before upgrading to iLife 08.
Fortunately, I have a friend with a PC who wants to buy my camera.
Good luck!

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