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    iMovie-like program for windows?

    Discussion in 'Windows OS and Software' started by Jedi007, Jun 25, 2009.

  1. Jedi007

    Jedi007 Notebook Evangelist

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    I know this has been asked many times, but I'm looking for something pretty specific. I like iMovie, but it's too limited with file formats, and also you need a mac.

    One of my main features I need is the ability to export straight to youtube.

    I know Windows Movie Maker can do this but it's very very basic.

    I'm looking for something between iMovie and Premiere Pro for the video-making enthusiasts. I do know how to use After Effects and Premiere Pro but some things are very tedious, especially if you just want to make a quick movie. (IE: Rendering the proper format, barely any presets, it takes a lot of steps to put it on youtube).

    Anyone know any good video editing tool like iMovie?

    Thanks
     
    Jedi007, Jun 25, 2009
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  2. EnterKnight

    EnterKnight Notebook Evangelist

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    Premiere Elements 7. It's extremely powerful.
     
    EnterKnight, Jun 26, 2009
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    jackluo923 Notebook Virtuoso

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    You can render the file to h.264/mp4/AVC or whatever the program calls it to youtube for best quality.
     
    jackluo923, Jun 26, 2009
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  4. Jedi007

    Jedi007 Notebook Evangelist

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    Thanks guys

    Is premiere pro better than premiere elements? I mean, I'm very good at advanced video editing (after effects), and I do have premiere pro supplied by my school, but I still find premiere pro relatively advanced. I like iMovie because it's very simple and you can whip up a movie in no-time.

    What I'm trying to say is: is premiere elements just a trimmed-down version of premiere pro? Or is it actually "simpler"?

    @jackluo923

    I just don't want to have to use the browser to upload my YouTube videos because it takes forever...
     
    Jedi007, Jul 14, 2009
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  5. Gophn

    Gophn NBR Resident Assistant

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    Adobe Premiere Elements is a good start for novice and amateur use.

    Also check out Ulead DVD MovieFactory
    .... simple interface and good features like iMovie
     
    Gophn, Jul 14, 2009
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  6. EnterKnight

    EnterKnight Notebook Evangelist

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    I'm pretty sure Elements uploads straight to YouTube. It is simpler - but highly advanced features are there if you want to access them.
     
    EnterKnight, Jul 14, 2009
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