A Video Editing Pro Unveils Affordable Video Editing Software

Written by DVA

Saturday, 08 April 2006

As a consumer with a hobby, video editing tools, software and devices can cost a pretty penny. As a professional, these items may put a nice sized dent in your piggy bank. When it comes to selecting the ideal video editing software, videographers should always consider price, user-friendliness and overall value and functionality. When all else fails, consult a professional! Carl Plumer, an expert in desktop video, video editing and movie making, recommends trying a free version of the software before purchasing the full version. Plumer’s book, Easy Adobe Premiere Elements 2, offers helpful tips and tricks for using a top video editing software solution. Plumer recommends Adobe Premiere Elements because of its great power and conveniently automated functions. He especially appreciates the software’s instantaneous response to user commands. Other efficient and cost-friendly software items as recommended by Carl Plumer include: ArcSoft VideoImpression, MAGIX Movie Edit Pro, Muvee autoProducer, Pinnacle Dazzle, Roxio VideoWave, Ulead VideoStudio, Video Explosion Deluxe and WinDVD Creator 2. The video expert suggests ArcSoft VideoImpression as a great product for beginners, featuring a step-by-step approach to making a video, from start to finish. On the flipside, he recommends MAGIX Movie Edit Pro for more advanced video editors and moviemakers. This program features a more complicated interface that may appeal more to seasoned video editors. Plumer considers Muvee autoProducer to be a simple yet unique application for adding sounds and other special effects to your movies. Pinnacle Dazzle connects directly to the camcorder and the computer for top functionality. The package contains both hardware and software necessary for high quality video and movies. For a big screen spin, Plumer suggests Roxio VideoWave products, which give users a stylish set of functions and controls to design really creative movie and music videos. Text credits and Dolby Digital sound are just the beginning. Plumer also praises the exporting capabilities of the Ulead VideoStudio. Great ease of use, functional product updates and a collection of functions and settings for all video editing needs make this a convenient and affordable option. He suggests Video Explosion Deluxe as a well-priced and nicely packaged program that allows for chromakeying. Superior filters and a nice selection of features and options also contribute to this product’s appeal. For a versatile approach, Plumer points out WinDVD Creator 2, which provides a wealth of functions, features, transitions and special effects, distributed amongst two editions. The software application offers a step-by-step, easily managed system for capturing and editing video, enhancing it with special features and burning the video to DVD. You can enjoy Carl Plumer’s informative and entertaining articles over at http://desktopvideo.about.com. He is a true video editing and desktop video guru with lots of great ideas and hints to share. Learn more about his book, Easy Adobe Premiere Elements 2, and gain access to hundreds of tips in creating, designing and sharing high quality and high impact video.

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