Hi there
You can choose during the installation which of the option content (if any) you would like to install. none of it is necessary for the general running of final cut but It sounds like ‘DVD studio pro’ would be a good tool for you if you’re interested in creating professional DVD’s. There are tick boxes next all of the programs and content during the install so you can select and deselect what you wish.
As for opening express files with the new studio 7 I’m not sure. It’s not something I’ve tried but can’t think of any reason why not. Final cut express can be installed on your computer as well as final cut studio though.
I currently run on the latest final cut studio and there’s every chance you’ll start using it as your main edit software instead of express. definitely worth the upgrade in this case.
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