On Tuesday, February 11, 2003, at 09:09 PM, Alan Kim wrote: > > > Phillip Meza wrote: >> >> Listers, I want import video into my supermac I need >> suggestions on the "easiest" method of doing this... >> >> I have a bunch of Super 8 film that was transfered to >> VHS format. I'd like to use iMovie to edit and put >> together a new movie for my daughter. >> >> Has anyone done this? and what "tools" did you use? >> Thank-you Phillip > > ------ > > Phillip - > > I'm in a similar situation, with super-8 film that has yet to > transition > to video along with > a library of analog 8 tapes. > > From what I've gathered thus far for our machines, firewire capability > would be desirable > and a more recent model of a Digital 8 or DV camcorder that has a pass > through capability > and firewire. Many folks already have such camcorders. > The camcorder would be handy even if you have a more modern Apple > machine with firewire. > This would allow you to patch in your older video sources through the > camcorder and then transfer to > a HD so it can be edited, etc. and recorded back to whatever you > choose, > more then likely DVD. > > There are other components involved in this, such as a DVD recorder. > And software for video editing, etc. such as Final Cut or a cheaper > alternative. > Minimal processor, video, drive specs to comfortably handle this task > on > a supermac could be discussed by others. > > I am not sure if it is possible to dump a 'raw' capture file straight > onto DVD without involving an editing software. > > This topic appeared last year and there were many helpful posts, one of > which is what I mention above on the video camera. > > Alan
Thank's Alan, It looks as though I have found a solution, but I have a question for you. does one need a lot of Hard Drive space to "dump" video? I have a 20gig enclosure (firewire) ready to transfer is this enough? The intent I have is to transfer to DVD the "edited thru iMovie or..." video I have. Phillip -- SuperMacs is sponsored by <http://lowendmac.com/> and... Small Dog Electronics http://www.smalldog.com | Refurbished Drives | Service & Replacement Parts [EMAIL PROTECTED] | & CDRWs on Sale! | Support Low End Mac <http://lowendmac.com/lists/support.html> SuperMacs list info: <http://lowendmac.com/supermacs/list.shtml> --> AOL users, remove "mailto:"; Send list messages to: <mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To unsubscribe, email: <mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]> For digest mode, email: <mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Subscription questions: <mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Archive: <http://www.mail-archive.com/supermacs%40mail.maclaunch.com/> --------------------------------------------------------------- >The Think Different Store http://www.ThinkDifferentStore.com ---------------------------------------------------------------
