Does it work with Mac? iMovie? any problems using with Apple? If you're using this camera with an Apple computer, have you had any troubles?
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If you download a free program named Handbrake, you can export the video straight to the Mac using the provided USB cable. Otherwise, you can only transfer the .jpg files. While Sony says it is compatible, it's isn't completely.
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It works great on a Mac, right out of the box. I use it with Final Cut Express. I assume it would work with iMovie too, but I haven't tested that out.
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Thanks Caleb.I got the camera for my sister to use on her pc -- I have a Mac with a camera already in it. I was planning to use Skype.Thanks for the info.-Michelle
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I have the same question, Donna. I have a iBook G4 running OS X. Have you heard anything? Does it work with iMovie?
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Manual says IMovie '09 is supported. The software that comes with the camcorder is Windows only. I don't know anything about MACs so I don't know if this really answers your question or not.
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from one of the reviews I found this: MAC USERSThe CX220 claims that it does not work with MAC OS, but it does work with iMovie. What this basically means is that you cannot simply plug the CX220 into your MAC and copy files.You must first download iMovie, and then all recordings can be stored to your MAC very easily. iMovie is a great program and very easy to use. There is a great post on YouTube that is titled: HDR-CX160 directly to iMovie. This is the same method for storing videos from your HDR-CX220 to your MAC. It works very well.
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I just tried the same, and found that it actually does work. I had iMovie '08 running "in background" when I plugged in the card reader USB stick. iMovie popped up the import dialog without any additional action from my side. Works nicely. This is why I like the Mac :)
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With my experience, it works well with any program, since it plugs in with a usb cord. Since I have a mac, it works wonderfully with 'garage band' and 'imovie'.
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I've tried to upload it to my Mac and it does not recognize the camcorder at all!! It is so frustrating! anyone know what I am doing wrong?
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I just bought a new mini mac running version yosimite 10.10.2 and it works well.I have had no issues so far and it is exceptional on my Dell monitor and my Asus mionitor works well in Skype and several other media .The Camera also fits great on the monitor as in it tilts and can be moved around its just a great camera for a great price .
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In the operating instructions there is a section for using the camera with MAC. It does refer to the fact that the software program for the camera, HD Writer LE 1.1 is not available for MAC but iMovie'11 is supported. For details about iMovie'11 it asks that you contact Apple Inc. Hope this helps.
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Right on 3rd timer. I have not found a good solution for iMovie (Mac OS). It will not recognize the file even with a new extension name.I'll confess that I have not tried too hard (or looked for another program). I do have Quicktime pro and it does not like the .Mod files or the mpeg files. I prefer PCs, but must use a mac at work.
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Yes it will work with MAC. please contact us directly after you receive the camera so we can provide you with the software.
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After you do this, you may have some trouble viewing and editing the video on your mac, but there are several solutions. The best one I've found - mentioned in a review here - is visualhub. You can use the trial version, the full version, or isquint, and change the avi files to mp4s or dv files. It's very easy and works wonderfully! I've found this little camera to be a pleasure to use. Have not yet tried editing files in iMovie, but they look very good on the computer. )
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I am not so sure on the compatability issue. I also have the same concern as I am a MAC user. I know the Apple website seems to promote Canon camcorders leading me to believe they are more compatable.
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I just bought this camera, plugged it in today to my Macbook Pro, used the dv/firewire cable. It works fine with iMovie with no tweaking. But downloading is in actual time, so slow. just rewind your tape, put the little wheel on view and hit import.
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I use with PC. The factory spec say it is compatible with Mac. One of the amazon stores is much cheaper on the price. It's a bulk camera without install CD. But I prefer to go to the logitech web site and download the latest version anyway and never use the CD. Save money!