[MacDV] FCE - supported codecs

[sb]

While it's true that iMovie will only work with DV video, it doesn't mean
you can not import other types of video.

I've imported MPEG2 video (no audio) and it works just fine. So does
importing other formats.

In iMovie 5, you will be able to have a timeline in other codecs (you get a
choice via a popup menu - DV, Widescreen, HDV, and MPEG4, I think) and you
pick the one you want to work in.

 regards,

 sb



On 1/12/05 2:51 PM, "Ronald Woodland" <woodland at infowest.com> wrote:

> I know that iMovie will only work with DV encoded video, such as what
> comes from a digital video camera via Firewire.  FCP has no limitations
> that way.   I'm wondering if anyone can enlighten me on FC Express'
> limits.  Will it handle video from other sources using other codecs,
> such as MPEG2?
> 
> This is for a friend who keeps running up against iMovie's wall and
> wants to move beyond it.  I have shown her FCP, but she can't justify
> that much money for a hobby.  I don't want to recommend the wrong
> product.