What are the similarities and differences between iMovie and Final Cut Pro

I have become semi-proficient in iMovie and considering upgrading to Final Cut Pro.  I would love to hear from anyone with informatoin pertaining to the learning curve, and the similarities & differences between iMovie and Final Cut Pro. 

wvu.gordon wrote:
…  the transition is very manageable, even for an amateur.
if you're familiar with iMovie-b, the GUI looks familiar, although tons of new buttons and sliders and knobs to play with ...
There're zillion of features, you probably don't need in the beginning - what gave my projects the most 'boost' is Color Grading/manipulation
for a start, and as a good read on a loooong Sunday afternoon:
http://www.colorgradingcentral.com/final-cut-pro-x-color-grading-table-of-conten ts
offers you free tutorials to the many options to give your videos some professional 'look'.
and don't miss the many & free podcasts of MacBreak Studio, avail in iTunes, or the tutorials at CreativeCow.com
Tom is a gentleman not recommending his own products, so I do:
FCPX - Making the creative leap
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