What is the best video editing software?
[Updated 28 July 2002] The legendary best is probably Avid Media Composer; unfortunately, with a hardware/software bundle costing more than $ 40,000, this may not be a viable option for most of you. Avid now has a $1,500 package that works on either a Mac or a PC; it’s cut down somewhat for DV, but has received mostly favourable reviews. Unfortunately, if you are not already an Avid user, the learning curve is just about vertical. I simply cannot recommend this package over Final Cut Pro unless you are already an Avid user. For a few more details, see my DV Expo roundup. Under $ 1,300 programs/packages: Apple’s Final Cut Studio ($1,299) has revolutionized the video editing industry, by bringing sophisticated video editing software to the personal computer. This package, originally created by Macromedia, has a slick interface that reminds me of a fighter pilot’s cockpit. With a set of manuals weighing in at over 1,400 pages, and with almost 100 controls on the screen, it can be intimida
