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whenever i record it records the files in a .MTS extension. and its annoying to convert. Does it do this because its HD? its not like a $3000 camcorder it was like $300. Is there any way i can fix this?
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Welcome to the "wonderful" world of file-based cameras.
The MTS/MPEG-2 Transport Stream format is common in HD camcorders. The slow part about tape-based cameras is that you have to wait through the entire video in real time to capture it. The slow part about file-based cameras is the converting.
Some editing programs can work with the format natively without any conversion - Adobe Premiere Pro is one, if I recall correctly. Others do a very quick re-wrap conversion of the file, like Avid Media Composer. Some require you to use a different program to convert it, and I think that's the case with Final Cut Pro - but you can get around this step by using the "Log and Transfer" function.
One option you have is to use a program that can re-wrap the video into a different container without changing the format - on the Mac, ClipWrap can do this. Takes a few seconds to re-wrap the clip into a MOV file container. MPEG Streamclip is a great free program that can accomplish a wide variety of conversions.
In short, the camera will keep recording MTS files, and you can't do anything about that, but you can set up your workflow to make the process as streamlined as possible.
Welcome to the "wonderful" world of file-based cameras.
The MTS/MPEG-2 Transport Stream format is common in HD camcorders. The slow part about tape-based cameras is that you have to wait through the entire video in real time to capture it. The slow part about file-based cameras is the converting.
Some editing programs can work with the format natively without any conversion - Adobe Premiere Pro is one, if I recall correctly. Others do a very quick re-wrap conversion of the file, like Avid Media Composer. Some require you to use a different program to convert it, and I think that's the case with Final Cut Pro - but you can get around this step by using the "Log and Transfer" function.
One option you have is to use a program that can re-wrap the video into a different container without changing the format - on the Mac, ClipWrap can do this. Takes a few seconds to re-wrap the clip into a MOV file container. MPEG Streamclip is a great free program that can accomplish a wide variety of conversions.
In short, the camera will keep recording MTS files, and you can't do anything about that, but you can set up your workflow to make the process as streamlined as possible.
HD CAMCORDER CHOICE HELP?
Chris R
Hey
I need to buy a semi-pro to pro camcorder. Absolutely HD, possibly not miniDV and not AVCHD. Max price range is about 3000$ Not very interested in the DSLR craze either! I work with FCE4.
Thanks!
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If not miniDV tape (which records HDV) and not AVCHD... the only other format I can come up with associated with a camcorder in your price range are those that the JVC GY-HM100 records... The Canon XF series are outside your price range.
As for the GY-HM100...
lens is "medium sized" at 46mm filter diameter.
audio-in is two XLR inputs and 1/8" (3.5mm) stereo so that's cool.
does not appear to have a LANC port - hopefully this is not important to you.
Does not do standard def 4:3 video - but I suppose you could crop the high definition video and export at a downsampled rate.
There's conflicting information at Apple's support area about FCE4 compatibility. Worst case is to transcode the video files using MPEG StreamClip or some other transcoder to an appropriate file type. JVC does specify Final Cut Pro... It could have something to do with the high (35mbps) data stream. If this potential issue is cause for angst, then I *think* your only option is miniDV.
MSRP under your limit:
HDR-FX7
HVR-HD1000
HVR-A1
Nothing from Canon unless you can find a deal on the XHA1.
Nothing from Panasonic.
If not miniDV tape (which records HDV) and not AVCHD... the only other format I can come up with associated with a camcorder in your price range are those that the JVC GY-HM100 records... The Canon XF series are outside your price range.
As for the GY-HM100...
lens is "medium sized" at 46mm filter diameter.
audio-in is two XLR inputs and 1/8" (3.5mm) stereo so that's cool.
does not appear to have a LANC port - hopefully this is not important to you.
Does not do standard def 4:3 video - but I suppose you could crop the high definition video and export at a downsampled rate.
There's conflicting information at Apple's support area about FCE4 compatibility. Worst case is to transcode the video files using MPEG StreamClip or some other transcoder to an appropriate file type. JVC does specify Final Cut Pro... It could have something to do with the high (35mbps) data stream. If this potential issue is cause for angst, then I *think* your only option is miniDV.
MSRP under your limit:
HDR-FX7
HVR-HD1000
HVR-A1
Nothing from Canon unless you can find a deal on the XHA1.
Nothing from Panasonic.
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