Is this camera Mac/FCP compatible? A reviewer stated his Mac wasn't compatible with 60p... so curious about this.Thinking about buying this camera. If I did, I would likely be shooting in highest quality (1080p) mode, move files directly to files on an Intel iMac via the USB cable, and editing in Final Cut Pro 6.0.6. Can anyone shed light on whether I would run into problems with this workflow? Any file conversions necessary? I find it odd that someone would say their Mac isn't compatible with a modern camera. Is this camera Mac/FCP compatible? A reviewer stated his Mac wasn't compatible with 60p... so curious about this.Thinking about buying this camera. If I did, I would likely be... » Read More Is this camera Mac/FCP compatible? A reviewer stated his Mac wasn't compatible with 60p... so curious about this.Thinking about buying this camera. If I did, I would likely be shooting in highest quality (1080p) mode, move files directly to files on an Intel iMac via the USB cable, and editing in Final Cut Pro 6.0.6. Can anyone shed light on whether I would run into problems with this workflow? Any file conversions necessary? I find it odd that someone would say their Mac isn't compatible with a modern camera. « Show Less
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Here is a link to the Sony site. HDR-CX260V is compatible with MAC.http://esupport.sony.com/US/perl/support-info.pl?info_id=1192&mdl;=HDRCX260VB
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Thank you for your response. I don't have a Mac. I wanted to convert to AVI for two reasons: I need to rotate video taken on vacation recently (now I know not to rotate my camera for video) and my new digital frame takes video in AVI only. I'm looking for a conversion program that will give me phone tech support. Apple will not since I don't have a Mac. Anyway, thanks again for your comments ... any other suggestions will be appreciated. Happy New Year, Ann
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I got one for Christmas too (in black, not green tho!), but haven't tried to download any photos yet, so I'll have to get back to you. I have a new MacBook with 10.5, so we'll see... I guess your post has me a little concerned too now!Meanwhile, are you plugging into the USB port directly, or using a card reader (which will be MUCH faster because of USB2 speeds, vs USB1 through the camera's cable)? It might make a difference. Does iPhoto even recognize that a camera is plugged into the iMac, or does nothing at all happen?I'll update here in a day or two after I plug in my own camera to find out what happens... or DOESN'T happen! I got one for Christmas too (in black, not green tho!), but haven't tried to download any photos yet, so I'll have to get back to you. I have a new MacBook with 10.5, so we'll see... I guess your post has me a little concerned too now!Meanwhile, are you plugging into the USB port directly, or using a card reader (which will be MUCH faster because of USB2 speeds, vs USB1 through the camera's cable)? It might make a difference. Does iPhoto even recognize that a camera is plugged into the iMac, or does nothing at all happen?I'll update here in a day or two after I plug... » Read More I got one for Christmas too (in black, not green tho!), but haven't tried to download any photos yet, so I'll have to get back to you. I have a new MacBook with 10.5, so we'll see... I guess your post has me a little concerned too now!Meanwhile, are you plugging into the USB port directly, or using a card reader (which will be MUCH faster because of USB2 speeds, vs USB1 through the camera's cable)? It might make a difference. Does iPhoto even recognize that a camera is plugged into the iMac, or does nothing at all happen?I'll update here in a day or two after I plug in my own camera to find out what happens... or DOESN'T happen! « Show Less
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Sorry not certain I am Not a mac user. Email in a few days at fttvienna@aol.com and I can help you out. At this time I am out of town and can't supply much detail. As you may or may not be aware Video software capture and processing is a complicated process. MANY MANY products are out there. I purchased something on line that converts formats and MAC type was one of the. and there are many types of programs out there Camera came with software that stores video in three formats I had no issues with Storing and editing. You also have to piece all the points you create when you use Pause feature because camera creates a separate video clip each time you pause. Software supplied with camera does handle that
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This camera works fine with my new Mac (OS X) - it just recognizes the camera like any other.Also worth noting, I stuck in a 2GB SD card, and it's working fine so far - although the manual says not to use any larger than 1GB. Not sure what will happen when/if I store more than 1GB of photos on it, but I can keep that from happening.Changing the date on the camera is my priority now (searching for a way to do this lead me to this discussion). Any pointers?
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Yes, you can. I use my Mac for all of y video editing and it works just fine with my Final Cut X. Although it took a little while to figure out how to extract the videos lol. But it ended up being pretty obvious and easy.
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I have a mac with OSX 10.6.8...the camcorder is not compatible with my mac. However, I use both "Quick Time Player" and "HP Photosmart Studio" (I have a hp printer) for my Canon VIXIA HF and they both work great. By the way, this is a fantastic camcorder.
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I don't know, sorry. This is the first Mac I've ever bought. I just needed it for Final Cut Pro. I don't even have it connected to the internet.
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i use iMovie for edits. Not overly fond of the newer version of iMovie, but it makes the basic edits I need. Video everything onto SD card and then plug the SD card directly into my iMac. Upload from there and then edit away. Also use Premier, but not much. Like I said, my edits are usually really basic.
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I'd just like to add that I was unable to find any software for the camera that works on a Mac OSX, with the result that many of the features don't work, including picture adjustment. On my Mac Pro, the picture is higher-res and significantly better than my old webcam, but it's also significantly over-exposed.
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Apollo, I don't know about your Mac, but it will DEFINITELY work with Macs. I have an HFS10 and an HF10 and both work just fine on my MacBook Pro. To convert them using Apple software, you need to have an Intel based Mac. Then, as far as software you need iMovie '08 and or Final Cut Express 4 or Final Cut Pro 6. Another option is to convert the files to MPEG videos using Toast 9 or Toast 10, and then edit them using your preferred software. Just drag the .mts files from your SDHC card directly onto the "Convert Video" tab in Toast and then select your preferences for what you want to convert them to. Apollo, I don't know about your Mac, but it will DEFINITELY work with Macs. I have an HFS10 and an HF10 and both work just fine on my MacBook Pro. To convert them using Apple software, you need to have an Intel based Mac. Then, as far as software you need iMovie '08 and or Final Cut Express 4 or Final Cut Pro 6. Another option is to convert the files to MPEG videos using Toast 9 or Toast 10, and then edit them using your preferred software. Just drag the .mts files from your SDHC card directly onto the "Convert Video" tab in Toast and then select your preferences for... » Read More Apollo, I don't know about your Mac, but it will DEFINITELY work with Macs. I have an HFS10 and an HF10 and both work just fine on my MacBook Pro. To convert them using Apple software, you need to have an Intel based Mac. Then, as far as software you need iMovie '08 and or Final Cut Express 4 or Final Cut Pro 6. Another option is to convert the files to MPEG videos using Toast 9 or Toast 10, and then edit them using your preferred software. Just drag the .mts files from your SDHC card directly onto the "Convert Video" tab in Toast and then select your preferences for what you want to convert them to. « Show Less
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its a widely known issue - macs dont recognise memory card formatted by this camera. it's a joke trying to get files onto iMovie...
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Thank you J. I'm sure the HV20 should work since it's DV Tape based and the video capture is made in real time.My concern is that since the HG10 works with a Hard Drive, the files copied to the computer may be in a format that the Mac cannot read... That would be a bummer.I've heard about some Sony AVCHD cameras not being compatible with the Mac and this is why I wonder about this one.I guess ultimately I can just get it and try it and return it if it doesn't work.Thanks again,Christian
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I am having concerns about this too--ready to click purchase, but it sounds like a real headache to get into iPhoto. Did you ever get a response from Nikon about how to do this?If not, what are you doing? Connecting the card reader to the mac, copy-paste the files, then manually import to iPhoto to create libraries?Seems a bit like going back in time. My ancient Sony CyberShot P&S; works great with iPhoto.
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I've only had the camera a couple of days but it seems to work fine with my Mac when connecting using a 4-pin to 6-pin Firewire cable. I haven't done any exhaustive testing but I've been able to connect and get video into iMovie and Final Cut Express. So so far, so good.
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I've got an Intel-based mac, but I think it's probably more an issue of the software - so you should be fine, provided you are sporting the latest OS and iLife. I've now tried it with both iMovie 08 and FCP (whatever the most recent is). It's very straightforward in iMovie. Here's a crappy example of something I shot, imported and uploaded in under an hour:http://www.vimeo.com/1033464Ridiculously easy with iMovie. Not as straightforward with FCP. You have to find the HDV profile best suited to the camera (I'm still experimenting).
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The Canon FS10 camcorder works with my macbook. I was a little concerned when I first tried to install the software. I did not think it was going to work. iMovie recognized the files straight from the camera though. 1) Plug the camera into the electrical socket 2) Make the camera switch set to "play video" 3) Choose the "printer/PC" option on the camera's screen 4) Launch iMovie, it recognizes the camera! I did not end up even needing to install the software it came with. (ImageMixer 3 SE or the Digital Video Solution Disk Ver.30.0) The Canon FS10 camcorder works with my macbook. I was a little concerned when I first tried to install the software. I did not think it was going to work. iMovie recognized the files straight from the camera though. 1) Plug the camera into the electrical socket 2) Make the camera switch set to "play video" 3) Choose the "printer/PC" option on the camera's screen 4) Launch iMovie, it recognizes the camera! I did not end up even needing to install the software it came with. (ImageMixer 3 SE or the Digital Video... » Read More The Canon FS10 camcorder works with my macbook. I was a little concerned when I first tried to install the software. I did not think it was going to work. iMovie recognized the files straight from the camera though. 1) Plug the camera into the electrical socket 2) Make the camera switch set to "play video" 3) Choose the "printer/PC" option on the camera's screen 4) Launch iMovie, it recognizes the camera! I did not end up even needing to install the software it came with. (ImageMixer 3 SE or the Digital Video Solution Disk Ver.30.0) « Show Less