So you want to edit some video do you? Think you have the right gear? Propulsion Media Labs is hooking you up by doing a little “Siskel and Ebert” with some of the software that’s available. We’re not Consumer Reports, but hopefully you’ll consider these pros and cons before you plunk down some cash to whip up your next YouTube masterpiece.
• Adobe Premiere Pro
Adobe Premiere is product of Adobe Systems. The program provides you ability to capture, edit, as well as delivering video online or on disc.
Thumbs Up↑ The latest version of the software allows you edit footage filmed on a digital cutting edge RED camera.
Thumbs Down↓ Editing in Premiere Pro CS5 is faster but still isn't as efficient as Final Cut Pro 7.
• Adobe After Effects
Adobe After Effects is also a product of Adobe Systems. It provides tools for video recording, trimming, splicing, cutting, arranging to final video.
Thumbs Up↑ The program has ability to import 3D models from Adobe Photoshop software, and then combine them into After Effects with other elements.
Thumbs Down↓ This application has so many great features so it takes time to master completely.
• Avid Media Composer
Avid Media Composer Software is a professional video editing software program developed by Avid Technology, Inc. It provides solutions for SD and HD film and video editing software.
Thumbs Up↑ The Media Composer is believed to be the fastest film editing software out on the market.
Thumbs Down↓ It’s extremely expensive.
• Sony Vegas Pro
Sony Vegas Pro is a professional version video editing software program developed by Sony Creative Software Inc. It offers all necessary features including capturing, editing, sound recording, mixing, DVD authoring and burning.
Thumbs Up ↑ This software includes a Blu-ray Disc burning feature.
Thumbs Down ↓ The user interface is a little tricky to master compared to other edit systems.
• Ulead MediaStudio Pro
Ulead MediaStudio Pro is a video editing software program aimed professionals in independent production, event videography, business and education.
Thumbs Up ↑ It also contains an anti-shaker filter so you can stabilize shaking videos with this easy but good result filter.
Thumbs Down ↓ The software doesn't convert content for PC playback or viewing on mobile devices.
Emily Plummer
Propulsion Media Labs, Intern
Communication, La Salle University
No comments:
Post a Comment