I've used "Frame Thief" which has done a great job for me. It's simple to use but has some excellent features. The download is free, but is worth the small registration fee for the additional features you unlock. I capture frames directly to my HD with the camera connected through the firewire. Realtime preview frame on computer screen. Remember to remove the tape from the DV camera so the camera doesn't shut off during the long capturing session. www.framethief.com I can recommend. - Tim > > Hi, > Anyone know a good program for this application? > Something that would just capture single frames straight to > my HD with possibly a realtime preview on my desktop > from the camera. > > Many TIA, > filipp