BlueDevil
Contributor
Hi Guys,
I know there have probably been a number of times people have asked about sotware choices but I am hoping you may be able to give me some advice.
I have 3 hours plus of footage on mini DV tape which I want to edit to produce a DVD of about 30 - 40 mins duration. I need to complete this project within the next month or so. I also have no prior experience and haven't produced my own "movie" before.
So I am looking for some software that is easy to use for a begginner but is capable of producing "professional" looking results. The top of the range software such as Premiere Pro would be well out of my price range, and would have far too steep a learning curve for me at this stage.
I am looking for a package that will allow me to complete the whole process from capturing through to DVD burning. Easy capturing over multiple tapes would be good (my footage is on four separate tapes). I want to be able to create menus, titles, subtitles etc. I also want to put on a music soundtrack and maybe narration, whilst still having the original soundtrack from the footage if this is possible.
The main choices I am considering since they are readily vailable locally are:
- Pinnacle Studio
- Ulead movie Studio
- Premiere Elements
I am leaning towards Premiere Elements since I can get quite cheaply and it looks like it will do the job for me.
If anyone can provide info that may help with my choices I would be very greatful.
Thanks, Dave.
I know there have probably been a number of times people have asked about sotware choices but I am hoping you may be able to give me some advice.
I have 3 hours plus of footage on mini DV tape which I want to edit to produce a DVD of about 30 - 40 mins duration. I need to complete this project within the next month or so. I also have no prior experience and haven't produced my own "movie" before.
So I am looking for some software that is easy to use for a begginner but is capable of producing "professional" looking results. The top of the range software such as Premiere Pro would be well out of my price range, and would have far too steep a learning curve for me at this stage.
I am looking for a package that will allow me to complete the whole process from capturing through to DVD burning. Easy capturing over multiple tapes would be good (my footage is on four separate tapes). I want to be able to create menus, titles, subtitles etc. I also want to put on a music soundtrack and maybe narration, whilst still having the original soundtrack from the footage if this is possible.
The main choices I am considering since they are readily vailable locally are:
- Pinnacle Studio
- Ulead movie Studio
- Premiere Elements
I am leaning towards Premiere Elements since I can get quite cheaply and it looks like it will do the job for me.
If anyone can provide info that may help with my choices I would be very greatful.
Thanks, Dave.