Final Cut Pro X

FCP X Export

Apple has upgraded Final Cut Pro X to version 10.0.1 adding XML import and export, media stems export and Xsan support for multi-user workflows.  You can also create a custom starting timecode in order to accommodate bars and tone.  Additionally, transitions can now be added to connected clips without the need to create a secondary storyline. [click to continue…]

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Stereo3D Toolbox LE v3 for Final Cut Pro X

Stereo3D Toolbox LE v3.0 has been updated to work with Final Cut Pro X for your 3D editing needs.  The effects plugin offers a number of powerful features, including the ability to adjust convergence points and auto-crop based on those adjustments. [click to continue…]

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FCP X Camera Import

FCP X Camera Import Window

For all of its faults, Final Cut Pro X offers much better native file compatibility than its predecessor.  However, all files aren’t equal when working in Final Cut Pro X.  Some files, like the .MTS files produced from AVCHD video capture, require you to take a couple of extra steps to get them into FCP X.

Here are a some simple tips to make it smoother to get those .MTS files off of a memory card or hard drive – and without the need to connect the camera to your Mac. [click to continue…]

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Final Cut Pro X Book

Apple Pro Training Series: Final Cut Pro X is a new book from Diana Weynand.  As you are probably well aware of by now, Final Cut Pro X is a significant change from what we’ve been used to with Final Cut Pro 7 and its predecessors.

Apple Pro Training Series: Final Cut Pro X retails for $54.99; however, it is currently available for pre-order on Amazon.com for $34.64.

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Adobe’s marketing machine is taking advantage of the Final Cut Pro X dilemma by enticing Final Cut Pro users with a 50% off discount of competing Adobe products and packages, including Premiere Pro CS5.5 and Production Premium CS5.5.  Adobe’s promo (shown above) takes a dig at Apple’s recent bad press with its switch slogan: “You’re a pro. Make sure your toolset is too.” [click to continue…]

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If you’ve followed any of the news about Final Cut Pro X since its release, then you’ve probably heard some pretty nasty things.

Apple is in full-fledged damage control mode right now in response to the backlash from pro users. [click to continue…]

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