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My Sony DCR-TRV620E is not recognized by iMovie

In the past iMovie was compatible with my Sony DCR-TRV620E Camcorder. Now the list provided says its not. ow can I still connect it?


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Posted on Jan 7, 2021 8:08 AM

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Posted on Jan 8, 2021 4:57 PM

Hi,


While it is true that the DCR-TRV620E is not specifically mentioned in iMovie for macOS supported cameras - Apple Support, you may want to have a look at the Learn more section: "iMovie works with most mini DV tape-based camcorders using DV and HDV formats. Use FireWire port for tape-based devices."


Also see:

https://www.sony.co.uk/electronics/support/camcorders-tape-camcorders/dcr-trv620e/articles/00029443

https://www.sony.com/electronics/support/res/manuals/3059/30595621M.pdf


However, there have been reports indicating some difficulties with tape-based camcorders and newer versions of iMovie, so if you have access to an older Mac with a built-in FireWire port (and a corresponding version of iMovie), it may be an advantage. You would have to carry out tests.

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Jan 8, 2021 4:57 PM in response to frits17

Hi,


While it is true that the DCR-TRV620E is not specifically mentioned in iMovie for macOS supported cameras - Apple Support, you may want to have a look at the Learn more section: "iMovie works with most mini DV tape-based camcorders using DV and HDV formats. Use FireWire port for tape-based devices."


Also see:

https://www.sony.co.uk/electronics/support/camcorders-tape-camcorders/dcr-trv620e/articles/00029443

https://www.sony.com/electronics/support/res/manuals/3059/30595621M.pdf


However, there have been reports indicating some difficulties with tape-based camcorders and newer versions of iMovie, so if you have access to an older Mac with a built-in FireWire port (and a corresponding version of iMovie), it may be an advantage. You would have to carry out tests.

My Sony DCR-TRV620E is not recognized by iMovie

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