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If you have not tried Suite 10, but have tried another Sony Vegas editing program please tell me about it.
If you have not tried any Sony Vegas products, please recommend a good video editing software that I can purchase.
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First, let me assure you that I am not connected with Sony in any way. I use Sony Vegas Movie Studio regularly and train others in its use. With that in mind, here is my answer:
Yes Sony Vegas Movie Studio 10 is an excellent video editing software package. It is rich with many features and works exactly like the professional Sony Vegas Pro used by broadcasters and movie producers. The Pro version adds in some high-end features that most users will never need. For a comparison of the features of the different versions of Sony Vegas, see http://www.sonycreativesoftware.com/moviestudiope/compare
I recommend you get the Platinum Production Suite. For $30 more you get the Sound Forge Studio Audio Editor, 1001 sound effects, a DVD training video, extra audio and video effects and more soundtracks.
Over the years Sony Vegas has been known as the most stable video editor. I have worked with for years and have never had the program crash except when trying to use a third party plug-in that wasn't properly written. I can't blame Vegas for that.
You can learn a lot about how to use Vegas Movie Studio from the built in interactive tutorials, from the free tutorials at http://www.sonycreativesoftware.com/vegaspro9webinar and http://www.sonycreativesoftware.com/support/trainingvids.asp?prod=moviestudio. Also, there are many good Sony Vegas tutorials on YouTube.
You can download Sony Vegas Movie Studio Platinum 10 for a free 30-day trial from http://www.sonycreativesoftware.com/download/trials/moviestudiopp and try it before you buy.
First, let me assure you that I am not connected with Sony in any way. I use Sony Vegas Movie Studio regularly and train others in its use. With that in mind, here is my answer:
Yes Sony Vegas Movie Studio 10 is an excellent video editing software package. It is rich with many features and works exactly like the professional Sony Vegas Pro used by broadcasters and movie producers. The Pro version adds in some high-end features that most users will never need. For a comparison of the features of the different versions of Sony Vegas, see http://www.sonycreativesoftware.com/moviestudiope/compare
I recommend you get the Platinum Production Suite. For $30 more you get the Sound Forge Studio Audio Editor, 1001 sound effects, a DVD training video, extra audio and video effects and more soundtracks.
Over the years Sony Vegas has been known as the most stable video editor. I have worked with for years and have never had the program crash except when trying to use a third party plug-in that wasn't properly written. I can't blame Vegas for that.
You can learn a lot about how to use Vegas Movie Studio from the built in interactive tutorials, from the free tutorials at http://www.sonycreativesoftware.com/vegaspro9webinar and http://www.sonycreativesoftware.com/support/trainingvids.asp?prod=moviestudio. Also, there are many good Sony Vegas tutorials on YouTube.
You can download Sony Vegas Movie Studio Platinum 10 for a free 30-day trial from http://www.sonycreativesoftware.com/download/trials/moviestudiopp and try it before you buy.
What kind of laptop is ideal for an artist on the run?
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Something that is capable of running good photo-editing software, or maybe even video editing software. It could be something lightweight or cheap. What kind of software do you recommend for photo or video editing?
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I suggest either a MacBook or MacBook Pro. Visit apple.com for details on the specifications of those computers. All MacBooks & MacBook Pros come with iPhoto, iMovie and iDVD to allow you edit photos, movies and videos right out of the box. Those are very good programs to start with. Most people in the art, video, photography and design industries use Macs. Macs were designed for artists!!!
The MacBook is the mainstream level laptop, and it gives you a better bang for your buck. The MacBook Pro is the professional laptop line, and it's more expensive. But it has a dedicated graphics card, larger screen and a larger hard drive, which can come in handy for video and photo editing. But which one you get depends on your budget and aspirations. If you plan to do this stuff professionally, I say go with the MacBook Pro. If this is just a hobby and you want to save money, go with the MacBook. Also, today's Intel-based Macs are all capable of running Windows as well (but you have to supply your own copy of Windows). Macs run most graphics software very smoothly. I have a MacBook Pro and I haven't regretted buying it, it's an amazing computer!!!
If you don't want to get a Mac, I suggest checking out the HP or Dell brands. I have had good experience with both.
Final Cut Pro is also a good video editing program, but it's a bit more expensive and has a steeper learning curve. But I believe Final Cut Pro is what the pros use. There are some other good ones as well, here is a site with a breakdown and comparison of features: http://video-editing-software-review.toptenreviews.com/
For photo editing, the industry standard is Adobe Photoshop. It is expensive, but if you plan to do this professionally, look at it as an investment into your future.
Another good photo editing tool is Adobe Photoshop Lightroom, it's cheaper than Photoshop and I think it's very slick. Also, Lightroom was developed specifically for professional photographers. So it's worth checking out!
I suggest either a MacBook or MacBook Pro. Visit apple.com for details on the specifications of those computers. All MacBooks & MacBook Pros come with iPhoto, iMovie and iDVD to allow you edit photos, movies and videos right out of the box. Those are very good programs to start with. Most people in the art, video, photography and design industries use Macs. Macs were designed for artists!!!
The MacBook is the mainstream level laptop, and it gives you a better bang for your buck. The MacBook Pro is the professional laptop line, and it's more expensive. But it has a dedicated graphics card, larger screen and a larger hard drive, which can come in handy for video and photo editing. But which one you get depends on your budget and aspirations. If you plan to do this stuff professionally, I say go with the MacBook Pro. If this is just a hobby and you want to save money, go with the MacBook. Also, today's Intel-based Macs are all capable of running Windows as well (but you have to supply your own copy of Windows). Macs run most graphics software very smoothly. I have a MacBook Pro and I haven't regretted buying it, it's an amazing computer!!!
If you don't want to get a Mac, I suggest checking out the HP or Dell brands. I have had good experience with both.
Final Cut Pro is also a good video editing program, but it's a bit more expensive and has a steeper learning curve. But I believe Final Cut Pro is what the pros use. There are some other good ones as well, here is a site with a breakdown and comparison of features: http://video-editing-software-review.toptenreviews.com/
For photo editing, the industry standard is Adobe Photoshop. It is expensive, but if you plan to do this professionally, look at it as an investment into your future.
Another good photo editing tool is Adobe Photoshop Lightroom, it's cheaper than Photoshop and I think it's very slick. Also, Lightroom was developed specifically for professional photographers. So it's worth checking out!
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