Using .mov files in FCE

I am converting my old Super8 and 16mm film for use with digital video editing software. The lab has told me they can deliver a compressed file in the .mov format. What are the benefits of this file and should I look into any other formats?
Thanks,
Jim

If you are editing the material using iMovie, .dv will work.
If you are editing in Final Cut Express or Pro, you'll want DV/NTSC Quicktime (mov) files.
Good luck,
x

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