Chapter 4
Getting Equipped to Edit Video
In This Chapter
• Choosing the right computer
• Picking the best monitor
• The importance of your working environment
Before you can begin editing your raw video, you will need some hardware and software. It’s often difficult for beginners to know just what they need, so this chapter will demystify the process.
Why the Cheapest Stuff May Not Be a Bargain
In Chapter 2, I talked about choosing your camera, which is certainly an important decision. But the camera is no good by itself unless you don’t want to edit the output, or expect to use only the limited editing capability offered by some camcorders. All DVD cameras offer in-camera “editing,” for those who do not want to transfer their footage to a computer ...
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