Is PD compatible with Sony HDR-PJ260V

scdigger

Newbie Joined: Jan 09, 2008 15:32 Messages: 6 Offline

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Oct 01, 2012 11:55

I have used several versions of PD over the years with my JVC Everio, but it is time to upgrade cameras...I am considering a Sony HDR-PJ260V. Will my power director import the hd files from the Sony (I know my version has HD compatibility settings, but didn't know if there was anything proprietary like with the JVC cameras).

Sidebar complaint...only reason I'm still using an older version of PowerDirector is that I found that projects created in older versions would not open in new versions of PD...thus, I just never upgraded again so I could still open and re-edit old projects.

Thanks for any input.

Greg

Carl312

Senior Contributor Location: Texas, USA Joined: Mar 16, 2010 20:11 Messages: 9090 Offline

Oct 01, 2012 15:38

The HDR-PJ260V camera outputs MPEG AVC/H.264 format files.

You did not say what version of Powerdirector you are using,
I think PowerDirector 8 ultra will handle the HD files from this camera OK.

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GoPokes

Member Location: NE Oklahoma Joined: Jun 04, 2011 10:33 Messages: 80 Offline

Oct 02, 2012 00:36

I have the Sony Hd 590maybe and have used other Sony's HD video camera with no issues with PD8 and 9. Sony is releasing a HD which use their changeable A mount AF lens. Which lets you use Minolta Max AF lens, which are cheap but good glass. If you looking to really get into video shooting, this wouldn't be a expensive compared to others on the market with same features. If your just stepping up or getting the newest HD, I think the prices where $2600 body and $3800 for kit with adaptor and lens. That is if you getting serious? LOL

I wish my wife had one, but just a hobby for me. LOL Amature does it till he gets it right. A Pro does it till he can't get it wrong.

scdigger

Newbie Joined: Jan 09, 2008 15:32 Messages: 6 Offline

Oct 03, 2012 14:04

Quote: The HDR-PJ260V camera outputs MPEG AVC/H.264 format files.

You did not say what version of Powerdirector you are using,
I think PowerDirector 8 ultra will handle the HD files from this camera OK.

I have PD 6...I'm thinking I'm just going to need to upgrade to the newest Power Director version...any input is welcome. Thanks!

Greg

GoPokes

Member Location: NE Oklahoma Joined: Jun 04, 2011 10:33 Messages: 80 Offline

Oct 09, 2012 22:33

Download the Trial first and see if you PC handles the PUGRADE is my suggestion Amature does it till he gets it right. A Pro does it till he can't get it wrong.