Can’t import XDCAM mxf files into PP CS4

[Ted Rouse]

I know your post is a few years old, but I am now crossing the same bridge. I just bought the Sony PMW-EX3 and cannot import MXF files into PP3. (I have PP4 but like 3 better) Your post said you were doing just that. Could you please explain how? Is it possible to contact your personally to discuss? Thank you.

[Tom Minkel]

It’s been a long time but I think the problem was that I was using the trial version. However, in PP CS4 and CS5 I have been able to import the mxf files just fine but you cannot export your finished work to mxf because it is a propriatary format that belongs to SONY.

I do most of my editing now using SONY Vegas Pro in which you can import, edit, and export in the mxf format with no problems at all. I recommend it highly.

[Ted Rouse]

Thank you so much for the info. Very prompt too. I’ll re-examine my PP4 and look into Vegas as you suggested. I used to be a DPS Velocity user, but since they discontinued, I can’t be “married” to any one NLE now. All the best.
Ted