How to import video files from Nikon D810 to iMovie

Facing problems importing Nikon D810 MOV into iMovie 11 or iMovie 09 for further editing? Follow this simple tutorial to find an easy way to fix it.



The Nikon D810 (36MP full-frame, 35.3 oz/1000g, about $3000) is Nikon's best DSLR ever. Besides taking best quality photos, it also can shoot footage in MOV container format. While, it's a bit hard to import Nikon D810 MOV into iMovie. You may encounter many problems: can't be recognized, import slowly, couldn't edit smoothly... So, is there any practical way to edit Nikon D810 footage in iMovie 11 or iMovie 09 without any issue?

How to upload video clips from Canon T3i/EOS 600D to Windows Movie Maker

Trouble importing/uploading Canon T3i (EOS 600D) video files to Windows Movie Maker for further editing? Look no futher, find an easy workaround here!



Featuring Canon's DIGIC 4 image processor and an 18.0-megapixel CMOS image sensor - plus cutting-edge technologies like Full HD video recording, Live View shooting, wireless flash photography and even a vari-angle 3.0-inch LCD monitor - the EOS Rebel T3i offers the best of EOS photography in a compact package. This camera is also ideal for video shooting and the capturing of spectacular stills. With a new Vari-angle LCD and more Fps options in 1080p HD, the Canon EOS Rebel T3i is a fierce warrior in its class. The point here, you may find it a painful experience to import video files from Canon T3i to Windows Movie Maker for editing. And there're some frequently asked questions quoted as below.

"When I record a video on my Canon Rebel T3i and try to upload the file to my computer, it saves as a Quick Time Movie file. I have a PC and want to use Windows Movie Maker to edit my videos, and the Quick Time Movie file isn't compatible with Windows Movie Maker. Is there anyway I can choose the file type of the video???"

How to import Olympus E-M5 video to iMovie

The best workflow to import Olympus OM-D E-M5 videos to iMovie is to transcoding to Apple InterMediate Codec, which ensure best results when working with iMovie. Here is how.



The E-M5 is the first camera in an OM-Digital lineup that will run alongside the PEN series and, according to the company, its Four Thirds models. For reasons of clarity, it should be stated that this isn't a continuation of the old OM line - the OM-D models won't be SLRs and are based around Micro Four Thirds, not OM lens mounts. However, they do embody the spirit of the much-loved camera line - a small, well-built camera designed for enthusiasts. And, particularly in silver and black form, the E-M5 is one of best looking cameras we've encountered in some time.

Most Olympus cameras support capturing 1080/30p full HD video and maybe you often use E-M5 to record videos. If you're take a glance at the footage, you may find the E-M5 recorded video is formatted in MPEG-4/H.264 MOV or AVI format. The files you are getting out of Olympus E-M5 are suited to be delivered as is, which is not one you want to use for editing within iMovie. Therefore, in order to import Olympus E-M5 videos to iMovie 08/09/11 for editing smoothly, you need to convert them to a more editing-friendly format, such as Apple Intermediate Codec which ensures maximum editing quality and efficiency when working with iMovies.

How to import Sony DSC-RX100 60p AVCHD footage to Avid, Premiere and FCP 7/X

Want to open and edit Sony DSC-RX100 (60p) AVCHD footage in Premiere Pro while facing import problems. Fortunately, there is an easy way to fix the issue. Let's find it out here.



As an enthusiast compact camera based around a 20MP 1" CMOS sensor, the Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 offers you the capability of recording ultra high-definition still images and Full HD 1080p videos at 60 frames per second (fps). While enjoying the stunning HD image quality, many folks are having problems when importing Sony DSC-RX100 60p footage into Final Cut Pro X/7, Avid Media Composer or Premiere Pro. If you're in such a situation, you can read on the article to learn more, which mainly shows you how to get Avid, Premiere and FCP to work perfectly with Sony DSC-RX100 60p AVCHD files.

How to Prepare GoPro video files for Editing in Avid Media Composer

The article shows you the best workaround for editing GoPro videos in Avid Media Composer by transcoding GoPro MP4 to Avid native editing format - DNxHD.



GoPro is the world's first true 1080P HD and best selling wearable camera which includes Helmet hero, motorsports hero, Surf hero, Hero Naked and Hero 960. Since GoPro HD hero series camera generate high quality action image, people always use it to capture and share their exciting images of outdoor activity. The point here, you will find it a painful experience to importing GoPro camera files to Avid Media Composer for editing. There're some frequently asked questions quoted as below.

The best way for ingesting GoPro Camera files to FCP 7

A quick-start tutorial for converting GoPro MP4 to ProRes codec so that you can import and edit GoPro camera files in Final Cut Pro 7 smoothly.



As the the world's first true 1080P HD and best selling wearable camera, the Gopro HD hero series including Helmet hero, motorsports hero, Surf hero, Hero Naked and Hero 960 is always being used to record sporting and other outdoor activities.

The GoPro HD records in MPEG-4 and outputs its files as .MP4 files (the container). Currently, the .mp4 file type produced by the GoPro HD cameras is not supported by Apple's Final Cut Pro 7 software. The file type is a compressed output format and not an ideal editing format. Therefore you may have problems when importing GoPro HD footage in Final Cut Pro 7, either stretched and distorted or requires constant rendering. To get Final Cut Pro 7 working with GoPro video files beautifully, the easy workaround is to convert GoPro MP4 to Apple ProRes encoded .MOV files, which ensures maximum editing quality and efficiency when working with FCP 7 and FCP X.

How to get Avid 6.5 work with 3D MTS files perfectly?

"I have some stereoscopic 3D MTS files that I need to import the 3D video into AVID 6.5. I do not have the camera they were shot on just the files. Is this possible or do I need seperate software to demux them? I am working on a Mac with Mountain Lion."

3D is a fascinating technology that was once only reserved for ultra exclusive film studios. Now, many prosumer users can purchase stereoscopic 3D cameras at decent prices. The only problem is finding out how to import 3D footage into your NLE for further editing. Many similar questions are being asked by people who shoot with Sony TD10, DEV-5 and other 3D camcorders. It's really a big surprise to hear great things about Avid 6.5 and its 3D capabilities. Most of us are pleased with thE great news while you encounter problems when importing 3D MTS files into Avid Media Composer 6.5? Is there something wrong and how to get Avid 6.5 work beautifully with 3D AVCHD footage?