Video Editing newb...AVI

Triryche

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Jun 30, 2011 21:08

Very new to video edinting, and I am finally ready to make movies out of the years of miniDV tapes I have accumulated.
I am importing Standard Definition video (is that the correct term??) from mini DV tapes which were shot with a Canon Optura 60.
Is it best to import the data as AVI files?

My Optura 60 recently died during my evaluation period of PD9. I almost purchased a Canon HV40, instead I picked up a (very) used Canon ZR45mc just to have something to import my tapes while I research HD camcorders.

I am looking forward to any comments/guidance/advice...
THANKS!!

[edit] btw, I am using a pc

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James Dotson

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Jun 30, 2011 22:31

I would use MPEG 2 HQ. __________________________________
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James Dotson

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Jun 30, 2011 22:33

The Canon HV40 is a fine choice other than the fact that the video has to be imported in real time. I wish Canon would make an MPEG 2 HD camera that uses a flash drive. __________________________________
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Triryche

Newbie Joined: Jun 09, 2011 14:13 Messages: 24 Offline

Jul 01, 2011 11:12

Thanks for the response.
I was under the impression that with MPEG-2 quality for editing?

Carl312

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Jul 01, 2011 13:59

For Standard definition Video the closest to original quality is Mpeg2 HQ.

Mpeg2 is also a very easy video to edit. Carl312: Windows 10 64-bit 8 GB RAM,AMD Phenom II X4 965 3.4 GHz,ATI Radeon HD 5770 1GB,240GB SSD,two 1TB HDs.

James Dotson

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Jul 01, 2011 22:07

And to add to that, it can make use of SVRT if you haven't added a lot of effects or transitions. __________________________________
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Triryche

Newbie Joined: Jun 09, 2011 14:13 Messages: 24 Offline

Jul 01, 2011 23:08

Thanks for the responses.!! I really appreciate it.
I see I have a bit of reading up to do.

Probably a dumb question, but what format is originally written to the tape when when shooting standard definition?

Carl312

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Jul 01, 2011 23:30

You need to reduce the size of your avatar. The maximum size is 130X130.
Edit your profile and upload a Avatar that is 130x130 pixels. Carl312: Windows 10 64-bit 8 GB RAM,AMD Phenom II X4 965 3.4 GHz,ATI Radeon HD 5770 1GB,240GB SSD,two 1TB HDs.

Triryche

Newbie Joined: Jun 09, 2011 14:13 Messages: 24 Offline

Jul 01, 2011 23:36

thanks, i just realized that!!