So we got this for our daughter, but not sure about how to use it with a digital camera that takes movies. Do you need special software?
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Yes. I have used Pinnacle, Vegas Studio, CyberLink Power Director. Powerdirector is my favorite.
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You will need special compositing software (definitely NOT for amateurs) to be able to do anything with this green screen.The following software is top notch and very professional. It has numberless features. if you want to composite (use your green screen) this is the software for you! http://www.blender.org/
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Camtasia, cyberlink, sony vegas, avs movie maker, to adobe all have chrome key software.
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You can use iMovie or Final Vut Pro if using a Mac. If using Windows Sony movie studio also green screen is also known as chromakey. As you key out the green or some times blue screens. So when searching that may help.
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We purchased Adobe Premier Elements 12 from Best Buy. Our computer already had Windows movie maker, but we wanted more bells and whistles to our videos so we were given the recommendation to purchase the new software. It also comes with a green screen setting. We are happy with the APE12.
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Yes. There are some free apps for phone and tablet. Or you will have to purchase a video editing program. There is a program called vMix that is more for live video switching, but they do have a free version you can experiment with.
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Sorry, Craig. I haven't been using any of the included software. I use Pinnacle 12, with the recent AVCHD update, but I still have trouble synchronizing the audio with the video. Have tried many things, including new video card. I have a fairly fast computer and lots of memory. The camera will convert to SD, but of course the image will not be nearly as nice. SD, however, is so much simpler to edit.I will admit, the more I use the camera, in basic, automatic modes, the more I like its features. The on board lamp does actually help, some. Color adjustment in auto mode still lacks, but overall, its a lot of camera for the money.Good luck, sir. Sorry, Craig. I haven't been using any of the included software. I use Pinnacle 12, with the recent AVCHD update, but I still have trouble synchronizing the audio with the video. Have tried many things, including new video card. I have a fairly fast computer and lots of memory. The camera will convert to SD, but of course the image will not be nearly as nice. SD, however, is so much simpler to edit.I will admit, the more I use the camera, in basic, automatic modes, the more I like its features. The on board lamp does actually help, some. Color adjustment in auto mode still... » Read More Sorry, Craig. I haven't been using any of the included software. I use Pinnacle 12, with the recent AVCHD update, but I still have trouble synchronizing the audio with the video. Have tried many things, including new video card. I have a fairly fast computer and lots of memory. The camera will convert to SD, but of course the image will not be nearly as nice. SD, however, is so much simpler to edit.I will admit, the more I use the camera, in basic, automatic modes, the more I like its features. The on board lamp does actually help, some. Color adjustment in auto mode still lacks, but overall, its a lot of camera for the money.Good luck, sir. « Show Less
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Not to be stupid, but will this camera pause? I mean can you pause while recording and then start again without it being a new movie? Thanks
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Sorry do not know how it would work with a digital camcorder. I only use a DSLR and rarely use movie mode. The ND works very well with decreased shutter speeds on my DSLR for effects such as blurring the running water on streams and to cut down the glare on sunny days. I also use a CP (circular polarizer) filter for glare control.
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All you do is just plug it in and find in the system this camera and mark it to work as a camera and a microphone. It is very simple, no other stuff is necessary. It still works for me, but only as a microphone (video broke some time ago)
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It just has internal memory. You need to buy a memory card, but I think that is normal for all digital cameras.
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I can't say for sure if the software will work, but that won't matter, if you're planning on getting some kind of extra software you will be fine. You'll be able to get the video on to the computer no problem.
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Hi Taha, You can only project photos that are in the thumbnails on the camera. No external devices can be connected and used. Actually, you cannot even copy any movie pictures via the computer unless you have a special device sold by SONY, or you can record it onto a DVD recorder.
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No, I used it in my digital camera for stills and videos. However, I would not recommend it. It started taking half photos: the bottom half of one photo became the bottom half of the next. Or the bottom half of the photo was completely dark. I replaced it with a San Disk.
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I should work fine if you use the SD card after creating you're slideshow on computer making it an executable file.. I played a movie using mine in this way. The clarity isn't the best..and keep in mind this little devices bulbs runs hot. I couldn't initialize the USB input to function with my PC however.
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Thanks for the answers I received. I did find out that with my IMAC (newest version) I was able to use IMOVIE. Works fine.
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All you do is put your regular SD card in (not trying to use a name brand because we have all brands of cards) and the camera will walk you through the format. We have used the same card for still pictures that we use for video with no problems. Very simple to do, no matter your age or computer savvy
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You need a projector and camera to use with this device. If you don't have both, it would probably be best (most economical) to use a commercial 8mm film to digital service. There are many companies offering this service - just do a web search.
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It can shoot plain digital images as well as normal HD movies. You just need to select the Photo mode on the screen menu and you are ready to go! The single images are as superb as the movie images! Good luck. Rick B.
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I also remove the memory card and click it into my laptop to transfer the photos. I do all editing with Easyshare software that was already on my laptop from a previous camera. Of course the software doesn't come with this camera, which I think is ridiculous. I didn't get a remote with my camera so I can't answer that part of the question.
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Does it take still pictures? Yes. There are seperate buttons for s.till photographs and live movie recording. Does it record audio only (such as music)?? As far as I am aware, it does not do that as a user selected item. I would be happy for someone to correct me if I am wrong. All the same, one could simply record video without any video input, and then turn that video file into audio only (after the recording is made) by using a program to strip out the audio only into its own mp3 file. Only takes a minute.
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Sorry do not know how it would work with a digital camcorder.I only use a DSLR and rarely use movie mode.The ND works very well with decreased shutter speeds on my DSLR for effects such as blurring the running water on streams and to cut down the glare on sunny days.I also use a CP (circular polarizer) filter for glare control.