iMovie vs Final Cut

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iMovie vs Final Cut

A potential client wants to produce video podcasts and audio podcasts, too. They plan to buy an HD cam, and then use the raw footage to make the finished product. The video podcasts will be recordings of classes, lectures and the like, so I suspect that a combination of iMovie and GarageBand will sufficiently robust. Is there any compelling reason why I should recommend FinalCut Pro or FinalCut Express HD instead of iMovie?

They will be using a new Mac, probably an iMac, but they might choose a Mini or MacBook instead.

Thanks,

Nicky

Posted on Apr 13, 2012 9:47 AM

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mishmumken

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Apr 13, 2012 9:55 AM in response to Nicky McCatty

If the projects are relatively simple they might get away with it. If they see it becomes too complex they can always get FCP X and import their iMovie projects and keep working.

Note that Final Cut Pro (as part of Final Cut Studio) and Final Cut Express are EOL.

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