How do I get my sony video files to a mac ?

best camcorders mac compatible image

alessanlb

I have a Sony DVD camcorder but I have a mac computer.
Sony isn't compatible with mac and my macbook doesn't take the mini DVDs. What do I do?

Answer
First, finalize the DVD in your camcorder and connect it with your USB cable so that your Mac will be able to read the mini DVD. If your Mac detects the camcorder with the DVD disc, there should be a DVD disc icon on your desktop. Test it out if it works by opening DVD Player on your Mac. Once you get it to work, quit the DVD player.

Download an application called Handbrake from the URL link below. This should enable you to convert the mini DVD to a file format you want. Just play around with it so you can get used to the interface. I personally export it to .MP4 or .MV4 format so I can play it on iTunes and my iPods. My average bitrate is 500 so it won't be too big of a file, unless you want to import your videos in higher quality.

I hope this helps!

I need a Mac compatible HD video camera and somewhat cheap editing software?

Josh

I've been looking around (with not too much luck) to find a pretty nice HD camcorder and video editing software for the Mac. I'm trying to find the camera for under $400, and the software nothing too fancy but I'd like green-screen compatibility. Anyone have any tips? It would mean a lot!

Answer
If you're looking for cheap video editing software, you may try this one. it can help you convert DVD and edit video, my friends recommend it to me, it works pretty good.
http://www.mac-dvd.com/mac-dvd-converter-suite.html
If you have any other questions, feel free to email me.

Powered by Yahoo! Answers

What is the best budget/ entry level camcorder for videography business?

top camcorders budget image

bobbyjane

I am going into videography business with a very limited budget. Thus , I am looking for a camcorder that is functional and does not cost much.

Answer
Here's a list of the top camcorders for 2006:
http://www.camcorderinfo.com/content/CamInfo-Selects-2006.htm

As you are going into business, you might consider leasing the equipment.

Whats a good camcorder to get?

Scott Elwo

I am planning to buy a camcorder for a website that I run. I will be doing various things with it, so it should be able to perform in various lightings.

The main thing that I am looking for in it though is computer compatibility. I will be hosting the videos I create on a website, and won't be using it for 'Home Video' use. So USB or Firewire or HDD are highly preferable.

Price range should be below $500, so any helpful tips on what to buy?

Answer
Recommend that you visit the cnet site. It has reviews of all the models, identifies which are the top sellers and provides a decent comparison between different makes and models. Based upon your budget apetite, you can narrow down the search too at this site.
http://reviews.cnet.com/Camcorders/2001-6500_7-0.html?tag=dir

Powered by Yahoo! Answers