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FCP Workflow with different formats
I’m working on a feature documentary and would like to know if someone has any suggestions on working with a range of different formats.
The format of the footage I have varies greatly. Some of it is HDV 25P, shot with a Canon XL-H1, then there’s 1080p25 shot with the Sony EX1, then there’s some DV-PAL footage, but also some archive footage, web movies, etc.
What is the best workflow to start editing a project like this, considering the final master should be HD, with aim to screen on festivals and TV?
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If I were you, I’d decide what codec you are going to finish it and edit in that. For example, in your case, I would either choose DVCPROHD or PRORES. If you need uncompressed, then this doesn’t work for you.
Next, choose the resolution you need. If you need an HD master and will be using footage shot at 1080P, then I would choose 1080P. Anything that isn’t 1080P will have to be converted to it by either using a Kona 3 to upconvert while digitizing, using FCP to scale the clips, or some sort of plugin or other workflow.
-Russ
Russell Lasson
Kaleidoscope Pictures
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Thanks Russel for your prompt reply.
I’m not very familiar with hardware such as the Kona 3. Would the Blackmagic Intensity Pro be suitable for upconverting as well? Pardon me if this question is completely ignorant 🙂
What other hardware options are there that do the same job of the Kona 3?
And what about InstantHD by RedGiant Software? Perhaps a plugin is not advisable if we’re dealing with several hours of footage? -
[Stephen Vilas] “Would the Blackmagic Intensity Pro be suitable for upconverting as well?”
No. It does not upconvert.
[Stephen Vilas] “And what about InstantHD by RedGiant Software? “
You could try using InstantHD and see if you like the results. You could edit everything and then go through and just use the software to upconvert the shots that need it.
-Russ
Russell Lasson
Kaleidoscope Pictures
Provo, UT
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