Zaise
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Q: Final Cut 4 Import Issue

Hi All, I'm using Final Cut Express 4 and I'm importing some footage that's 1318 × 1080, but it's coming as 4:3 instead of it's native aspect ratio. How do I tell FCE4 to import all footage at its original aspect ratio? 

MacBook Pro, iOS 6.0.1

Posted on Jun 24, 2016 12:03 AM

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Q: Final Cut 4 Import Issue

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  • by Russ H,

    Russ H Russ H Jun 24, 2016 3:52 AM in response to Zaise
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    Jun 24, 2016 3:52 AM in response to Zaise

    Hi there.

     

    FCE doesn't support custom resolutions – that is, non standard resolutions like the one you're importing.

     

    If you want to work in that size, I suggest you take a look at Final Cut Pro X, which can import (and export) unusual frame sizes and aspect ratios. There is a 30 day full-featured trial download if you want to give it a try. It's quite different than FCE, so if you do decide to try it, I suggest you look at some tutorials or read up on the workflow to get the most of your trial.

     

    Good luck.

     

    Russ