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I'm thinking about replacing my aging system and would like a replacement that is capable of editing video from my Viosport POV and a Canon FS100. Does anyone have preferences and advice for hardware and software?
dirt pirate said:I'm thinking about replacing my aging system and would like a replacement that is capable of editing video from my Viosport POV and a Canon FS100. Does anyone have preferences and advice for hardware and software?
Despite what people think, and argue over, all operating systems work the same way and nearly all computers have the same processors and hardware. And here is very little difference between all brands. So first decide how much you can spend and what video editing program you want to use. Then decide on the computer. But try to get 64 bit with at least 6 or preferably 8 GB ram, and try to buy a quad core processor. From what I understand any new Vista computer purchased from now on gets a free upgrade to Windows 7, which has received rave reviews.dirt pirate said:I'm thinking about replacing my aging system and would like a replacement that is capable of editing video from my Viosport POV and a Canon FS100. Does anyone have preferences and advice for hardware and software?
Wherewolf said:Despite what people think, and argue over, all operating systems work the same way and nearly all computers have the same processors and hardware. And here is very little difference between all brands. So first decide how much you can spend and what video editing program you want to use. Then decide on the computer. But try to get 64 bit with at least 6 or preferably 8 meg ram, and try to buy a quad core processor. From what I understand any new Vista computer purchased from now on gets a free upgrade to Windows 7, which has received rave reviews.
I'm thrilled with Adobe Premier Pro. If you can't afford that then start with Premiere Elements, which can be upgraded to Pro later.
I would say in my opinion go with a Macbook or if you got the extra buck get the Macbook Pro. If you arent into Mac's build yourself a custom computer. Since you wanna do video editing and related stuff try and get an i7 processor, atleast 6 gig of ddr3 ram and a good video card i suggest getting a evga gtx 280 ftw edition in the rig. A good case i recommend is an Antec 900 or 902, If you want a larger case get an Antec 1200. A computer of that sort would go well around 1500-1900, 2200 or maybe 2100 with a 25.5" monitor and your set. Also if you do build a rig get yourself vista 64 bit since 32 bit only supports 3 gigs. (i believe so) Programs you can always download.dirt pirate said:I'm thinking about replacing my aging system and would like a replacement that is capable of editing video from my Viosport POV and a Canon FS100. Does anyone have preferences and advice for hardware and software?