Sony F5/XAVC footage to Pro Res for FCP7

[Roger Poole]

Yeah, you need software to interpret the folder structure then convert to ProRes. I can’t remember the name but I know it’s expensive, $250 or so. If you know someone with FCPX perhaps they could convert your files to Quicktime for you.

[Magee Mcilvaine]

Thanks Roger.
I just did a conversion with Compressor and that worked simply enough. For some reason, I didn’t see that come up in many threads I read about this issue. Any idea why? Is there a dramatic loss in quality by using compressor to trasncode to ProRes?

[Roger Poole]

Actually I’ve never used footage from these Sony cameras but was interested to know for future reference in case I hit the same problem. I mentioned it to a colleague and he gave me the info that I gave to you.

Just done a quick search and found this:

https://blog.abelcine.com/2013/04/05/how-to-import-f5f55-footage-in-fcp-avid-and-premiere/

There is a workflow method in there for FCP7 but things seem simpler in X. Anyway it’s good to hear that you have managed to convert the files in Compressor. ProRes is definitely the way to go and I don’t think there would be any quality loss if done correctly. Hopefully you’ll get the job done now. Good luck.

[Magee Mcilvaine]

Very strange. I just double checked the converted files from compressor and while all the settings were correct and the clips look good, they are shortened versions of the actual original clips. Some how the footage got cut down dramatically through the conversion process. I have no idea why. If anyone knows, I’d be interested to hear why. That said, for future reference, it looks like EditReady and Sony’s Catalyst Browse ultimately do the trick.

[Rainer Wirth]

you need a UFUSOFT converter which is about 60 bucks,

cheers

Rainer

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