Dave Osbun
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This drive is only 5900rpm. I wouldn’t put it in my system, except for maybe a backup drive.
Dave
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It won’t affect your projects, but you might want to make sure your older version of Vegas will run on Win7-64, since you didn’t state what version you’re using.
Dave
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I have a smaller-ish SSD for my OS (Win7 64) and another SSD for important programs (Vegas Pro & its project, and a few other programs). I have a 1 TB fast Seagate SATAIII (7200rpm + large cache) which is used for my video & audio files, and other basic computer items are also saved on this drive.
Is it an optimum configuration for high-end video editing? Probably not, but it suits my needs perfectly.
Dave
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I have the same Intel CPU as you, except mine is the ‘k’ variant (which only means it’s unlocked for overclocking, which I do not do). My Vegas Pro 12 works awesome on my system. I do have more RAM (16gb), and feel that this may be your problem.
Check your event viewer after a crash and see what reports are being generated. My previous version of Vegas Pro used to crash regularly when I started editing AVCHD files on my old laptop (Intel i3 CPU). This laptop had 4gb of RAM. After updating the laptop to 8gb of RAM, Vegas ran much smoother and never crashed once.
I’m not saying that RAM is definitely your issue, but I think you’re making a mistake by saying that RAM isn’t causing your problems.
Dave
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You say your AMD-powered system is too slow. Too slow doing what? On boot-up? During renders? If it’s regarding render speed, all the CPU tests i’ve seen on Tom’s Hardware and AnandTech have shown the AMD processors to not really be that good for video edit workstations.
Unfortunately there’s not really anything you can do except maybe overclock the CPU, but I would not really recommend doing that.
What type of system drive(s) are you using? You didn’t state this in your post. Are you using SSD or ‘regular’ hard drives?
From AnandTech’s website:
https://www.anandtech.com/bench/CPU/27Dave
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The small Kodak’s are awesome. Got my son one 2 years ago and the quality is great. Even has external mic jack! This new model gets great reviews: https://www.amazon.com/Kodak-PlayFull-Zi12-Video-Camera/dp/B006L6ZU84/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1392317028&sr=8-2&keywords=kodak+video+camera
My co-worker purchased the waterproof Kodak to record his son’s football games and he loves it.
Dave
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Your project settings should match the source footage. The render settings depend on what the final destination will be. Will it be for television broadcast, per your question? Or something different, like Blu-Ray?
Dave
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And all these powerful options without having to revert to someones 3rd party ‘hack’!
Dave
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I watched a few of the sample movies that were made with the camera. Absolutely stunning video quality. I find the optional SDI mount to be a but clunky looking but who cares– it gives pro-level options at an amazing price.
Dave
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Start out by getting the fastest Intel i7 Ivy Bridge CPU and work down from there. For motherboards, look for one that has 4, at a minimum, SATAIII ports (6 gb/s), and 8gb RAM. There are quite a few good SSD drives, and you can’t go wrong with the Samsung 840 Pro (500gb minimum). Video card is your choice, but you should be able to get an upper-end nVidia or ATI Radeon card within your stated budget.
Most importantly, DO NOT SKIMP on the power supply! Get a BRAND NAME unit, 800 watts MINIMUM. If you get a cheap, no-name power supply, you’ll run into issues down the road with system stability and pull your hair out troubleshooting.
Personally, I order all my stuff from NewEgg. Prices are good and no hassle returns.
Dave