[Mark Halloran]

Why don’t you think it can handle hour long shows?

I’ve encountered the same frustrations as many others on this forum: Performance and the need for multiple timelines. In my particular case, the very long shows I need to cut involve multicam as well as some intricate audio sync. I depend on PluralEyes and Presto– neither of which is FCPX ready. (although the former is in beta).

I’d be interested to know what it is about FCPX (shortcomings aside) that makes it preferable to PP . Organization? Interface?

I find that the magnetic timeline enables me to blast through our typical talking head/ soundbite edits quickly and easily. The interface took some getting used to, but I personally have come to enjoy the way it’s built for speed. I suppose that so many years of FCP7 make me much more at home on the PP interface. If I were new to editing, I’d probably find the FCPX interface more intuitive.

[Mark Halloran]

This approach may be fine and dandy for a company focused on consumer electronics and retail. I cannot help but marvel every time I go to the mall and see the Apple Store packed to capacity with people lining up to hand over their money.

I admit that talking with Siri brings a smile to my face. I also find FCPX fun to use and see its potential for certain types of editing.

But when it comes to tools for my own livelihood, playing the Apple guessing game is a luxury I can no longer afford.

[Mark Halloran]

I’ve found them to be fantastic for interviews, as long as you are using pro-level kits and not the small Wescott “beginner kit.” They produce clean, consistent light. But the true advantage is thta you can run them for hours and they remain cool to the touch. If you have ever had to wait 45 minutes for your lights to cool before breaking down, you’ll really appreciate this. I spent years burning my fingers, waiting for cooling, and worrying myself sick when shooting around kids before getting these.

[Mark Halloran]

Cinema Tools works just fine– and there’s no “crying wolf” going on here: Just a desire to learn what the alternative options may be. My personal preference– and it’s just that– is to migrate away from products that have reached EOL, and do it gradually.

I currently use FCP 7 and PP CS5: I am transitioning to Premiere, but still use Cinema Tools for batch conforming. Red Giant Grinder’s trial version seems to be doing a decent job as well– and I know they’ll continue to support and improve it. Just wondering what long-time DSLR shooters are using.