[Bob Dix]

Try the 64 bit Premiere Pro CS5.5.2 , it should handle it ?

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[Bob Dix]

2. I have over 40 hrs of footage on dv (24p), will it be a problem mixing later?

CS5.5.2 may handle the 24p, but, this is a cinema speed/codec , you may need a good computer.

Am considering a Canon DSLR but not sure how good it is for document shooting

I use a Canon 5D Mark II in HD 1920 x 1080p 25 fps with excellent results but, you will need a Rode Stereo Mike for improved audio, hardly middle of the range. The recording codec H.264 mov may be an issue in editing on anything less than an i5 or i7 computer ?
and/or a Canon HV 40 tape based at 25fps, this codec is easy to edit and data transfer is at 25mbps professional rate .

Enjoy the trialling.

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[Bob Dix]

Thanks , Petros !

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[Bob Dix]

Hi David,

Have used one for 4 years HDMI is for output to TV etc, an IEEE 1394A Card or Firewire is the only way to capture video from the tape to edit into a PC. As you know the Canon at 25 Mbps is equivalent to pro specs for High Definition Video and matches all Canon Pro tape units. Good luck, and not the lower specs of 12 to 17 as per consumer camcorders.

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[Bob Dix]

I would not use After Effects, most stills processed in Canon Digital Professional from RAW to jpeg generally need no tweeking in ADOBE’S PHOTOSHOP and in HD video 1920 x 1080p colour very never needs colour correction. My experience over 3.5 years, but, you need the exposure levels to be spot on.I use CS5 5.5.2

Good luck

And that is using a Canon 5D mark II with the latest Firmware update

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[Bob Dix]

Hi Brad,

I did have an issue when moving to i7 Quad Core 64 bit Pro, Premiere Pro 1.5.1 which is 5 years old was losing files and some windows, as was Xp programs some 7 years old.
I installed Windows XP Mode with Windows virtual PC on the new workstation and everything worked as before.

Good luck.

Ps. I might add that Sony Vegas Movie Studio Platinum 11 runs H.264 mov high definition 1920 x 1080p clips and AVCHD , maybe faster than Adobe’s CS5 5.5.2 and that is 64 bit?

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[Bob Dix]

Hi Bob,

Yes, that was a typo, it is essential to take the camera movement out hand held.”Are you referring to the 28-135mm f/3.5-5.6 lens? YES I wasn’t aware that there was a 70-200m f/5.6 lens.There is in Australia”, although I have not got one, Canon Service tells me the stabilization built into that lens an L series Pro removes any pixel movement in horizontal panning ? I did have some pixel movement detected when editing with an underpowered computer, but, in the past two years there has been NO issue here.

With video at 1920 x 1080p @25fps PAL and a shutter speed set at say 1/50 sec you should get smooth video. With stills you can set the speed to suit the lens, with or with out IS, however,with video on a 46″ Sony Bravia in HD you will see every ‘imperfection’,note with Canon’s camcorders Canon HV 20 for instance , it mainly runs at 1/50 sec shutter @25 fps and has a very efficient optical image stablized lens.It is the weight of the lens that causes an issue when videoing.

Canon recommend not using high shutter speeds for video if it can be avoided, it may result in choppy clips.
Incidentally, using a MAC for editing H.264mov 1920 x 1080p clips from this Canon may cause editing issues in Final Cut Pro, my son who is Apple Mac uses iMovie.

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[Bob Dix]

Hi Bob,
I initially used the heavier EF L series lens and one without image stabilization, there was too much camera movement hand held.

I then went to the EF 28-135mm lens for virtually all work, it worked so well , a tripod is rarely used, even a Fish -eye Lens.

With careful handling there is no rolling shutter effects or moire in this lens, you may need to pan horizontally slowly or use the heavier EF 70-200mm f5.6 as it removes any “jelloo” in a quick horizontal pan.

I believe is is essential for professional work with the CANON 5D MARK II hand held. Have used two of these cameras for 3+years.

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[Bob Dix]

MIKE,

I HAD TO DO A COMPLETE UN-INSTALL AND THEN OPEN THE NEW DOWNLOAD, ALL IS NOW WORKING

THANKS

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[Bob Dix]

I’ll try again ,

thanks

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