Not so free video editing software

Symph

Symph

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Did some researching on the forum for threads about this but everyone seems to be looking for free programs. I'm looking for something that is more powerful than imovie, but not TOO involved, like something really user friendly, but with the capabilities of inserting images onto the screen and doing more involved screen splits instead of just picture in picture and all that jazz. But like... I don't need it to be like COMPLETELY professional, and I can totally drop about 200 bucks on this, less would be nice, but I can if I need to.
 
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(yea i have no constructive advice for you, other than if you find one and its good im stealing it :3 )
 
For Mac:

Final Cut Pro 7 - Pretty advanced, and might be beyond the Call of Duty (punny) of what you are looking for. It is iMovie on steroids essentially. It is a professional video editor (I believe iMovie still annoying makes you import the entire clip and it takes a few minutes depending on size? FCP7 can insert video, and you can cut out what you want, and only render (to play) the pieces you want. Much less hassle). FCP7 Studio (or it might be standard now) comes with a few other applications. You can research these, but Motion, Aperture are the ones that I remember. Very handy for what you use them for.

Final Cut Pro X - $200 and a little more basic but still an incredible application. Everything above although I think processing speeds and accessory applications of FCP7 don't come with it. I would recommend this. Most bang for your buck.

Adobe After Effects - I wouldn't say this should edit video solely on its own, however, it is a step up from iMovie, and can create amazing videos (color corrections, keyframing, renders, filters etc.) Wonderful app that I use along with FCP7.

For PC:

Sony Vegas (not sure which version) Pretty much FCP7 of PC, even though this came first. Can't say too much about it due to the fact that I have never messed around with it. I heard that it isn't too user friendly, but once you learn it, you'll enjoy video making. Let's just say one thing: It is infinitely better than Windows Movie Maker :p


Hope this helps you out!

Note: I put PC option not because I can't read OP and see he's on Mac, but in case someone else stumbles on here :p /TrollsNoTrolling :D
 
JWB said:
For Mac:

Final Cut Pro 7 - Pretty advanced, and might be beyond the Call of Duty (punny) of what you are looking for. It is iMovie on steroids essentially. It is a professional video editor (I believe iMovie still annoying makes you import the entire clip and it takes a few minutes depending on size? FCP7 can insert video, and you can cut out what you want, and only render (to play) the pieces you want. Much less hassle). FCP7 Studio (or it might be standard now) comes with a few other applications. You can research these, but Motion, Aperture are the ones that I remember. Very handy for what you use them for.

Final Cut Pro X - $200 and a little more basic but still an incredible application. Everything above although I think processing speeds and accessory applications of FCP7 don't come with it. I would recommend this. Most bang for your buck.

Adobe After Effects - I wouldn't say this should edit video solely on its own, however, it is a step up from iMovie, and can create amazing videos (color corrections, keyframing, renders, filters etc.) Wonderful app that I use along with FCP7.

For PC:

Sony Vegas (not sure which version) Pretty much FCP7 of PC, even though this came first. Can't say too much about it due to the fact that I have never messed around with it. I heard that it isn't too user friendly, but once you learn it, you'll enjoy video making. Let's just say one thing: It is infinitely better than Windows Movie Maker :p


Hope this helps you out!

Note: I put PC option not because I can't read OP and see he's on Mac, but in case someone else stumbles on here :p /TrollsNoTrolling :D
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I think right now Final Cut sounds it a really good option
 
symphonious7 said:
I think right now Final Cut sounds it a really good option
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FCPX can be found on the App Store for a steal of $200. The learning curve is small, and after a tutorial or two of the basic tools and locations, you'll feel like you've used it your whole life; and you'll wonder why you haven't :D Definitely read some reviews, look it up etc. But it is definitely a great product for more advanced, and superior editing ;)
 
Yeah, I absolutely love FinalCut. If you've been using iMovie, you'll love it too. And it's actually very easy to learn. You'll probably pick it up very quickly. So yeah, my vote definitely goes for FinalCut.
 
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