Canon FS100 and Mac Is the video upload compatible with Mac Leopard iphoto software/hardware? I am considering purchasing this camcorder but don't want to if it is not seamlessly compatible.
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Are you saying that it's a problem to import the video files into the Mac? I'm using Leopard and Final Cut Express 4 and want to make sure that the files created by the FS100 can be edited by FCE4.
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I found a bunch of free and for sale software and plug ins to play .mod files on your mac.here's a commercial converter. Go to Apple to download the plug-in to do this seamlesslyhttp://www.modconverterformac.net/
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So you use an SD card to record, put it in the card reader when done and upload the clips to iMovie from the card reader, right?
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From reading several other forums, make sure that you have the latest software (upper left apple > software update) for iMovie 08 or 09. I have not yet purchased the camera (waiting for the FS200 due out in April), but I also want to make sure that it will be compatible. Also iMovie HD has been superseded by iMovie 09.
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I tried just copying the files to my mac and was disappointed I couldn't watch the videos.HOWEVER! I opened iMove (while the SDHC card reader was still plugged in with the card from my FS100 in it) and what to my wonderous eyes should appear!? All of the movies! I could see thumbnails and play them.I just clicked "Import All" and it started importing them. My camera did not need to be plugged in at all :)
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The Canon FS10 camcorder works with my macbook. I was a little concerned when I first tried to install the software. I did not think it was going to work. iMovie recognized the files straight from the camera though. 1) Plug the camera into the electrical socket 2) Make the camera switch set to "play video" 3) Choose the "printer/PC" option on the camera's screen 4) Launch iMovie, it recognizes the camera! I did not end up even needing to install the software it came with. (ImageMixer 3 SE or the Digital Video Solution Disk Ver.30.0) The Canon FS10 camcorder works with my macbook. I was a little concerned when I first tried to install the software. I did not think it was going to work. iMovie recognized the files straight from the camera though. 1) Plug the camera into the electrical socket 2) Make the camera switch set to "play video" 3) Choose the "printer/PC" option on the camera's screen 4) Launch iMovie, it recognizes the camera! I did not end up even needing to install the software it came with. (ImageMixer 3 SE or the Digital Video... » Read More The Canon FS10 camcorder works with my macbook. I was a little concerned when I first tried to install the software. I did not think it was going to work. iMovie recognized the files straight from the camera though. 1) Plug the camera into the electrical socket 2) Make the camera switch set to "play video" 3) Choose the "printer/PC" option on the camera's screen 4) Launch iMovie, it recognizes the camera! I did not end up even needing to install the software it came with. (ImageMixer 3 SE or the Digital Video Solution Disk Ver.30.0) « Show Less
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I just tried the same, and found that it actually does work. I had iMovie '08 running "in background" when I plugged in the card reader USB stick. iMovie popped up the import dialog without any additional action from my side. Works nicely. This is why I like the Mac :)
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I've been searching for one tiger supported webcam too with no luck. Even in the manufacturers' websites they don't mention if any of them are supported. Though, there is some kind of software to force the drivers to work with the OSX for what I've read, but mind you, I haven't used it and since I don't know this kind of warez I'm not able to recommend them! Search for a little bit more of info and if you find a decent camera for the tiger, please let me know! I'll tell if I find one.
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Having worked for Apple I know they will first have to test the new camera to make sure of compatibility. Having said that I am pretty sure that, because Apple supports the HF100 it will support the HF200. It's the camera I am getting and all of our computers are Macs.Note: Most people don't know that Apple requires a manufacture to give them product to test before putting it on Apple Store.
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Thanks! This looks great for the Mac, but a PC version (or parallel) would be great. Basically I'm looking for a timed way for a camera to come on a specific hour, and record until another hour, and then rotate the video files. Thoughts?
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The Sony HDR-HC3 4MP does work with the Mac, in fact, that's the computer that I use. It works with Imovie and Final Cut Pro without any hassle via Firewire. If you have one of the new Macs, they don't have any Firewire, but they sell USB to Firewire 800 adapters and you can also buy a Firewire 400 (the conector of the camera) to Firewire 800 and conect it to the Usb to Firewire 800 adapter.
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I own an iMac from 2009 with 4g of RAM. I have had no problem downloading movies from the camera SD cards directly into iMovie; or pictures into iPhoto. I'm not sure if the camera came with software from canon, but I generally don't use that Canon software since it generally is clunky with the Mac. I've had the camera for years now and it works great.
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I'm sorry, but I don't know if this camera is Mac compatible. I usually don't use the software and just upload files to my computers. (Windows XP and Windows 7) This camera has awesome quality and has a light so in somewhat darker places it still takes great video. I had one before that broke and I went out immediately and bought JVC again. Love this camera!!!!!
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No problem with setting it up with a Mac, and if for any reason you encounter any problems Foscam customer service is excellent and very helpful.
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I've only had the camera a couple of days but it seems to work fine with my Mac when connecting using a 4-pin to 6-pin Firewire cable. I haven't done any exhaustive testing but I've been able to connect and get video into iMovie and Final Cut Express. So so far, so good.
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I don't have a Mac but I assume it should work just fine with a Mac. Great camera.
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Yes I believe the camera interface works with the Mac using Safari. I tested it on my iPad and it worked with Safari. Once you get the splash page from the camera select Server Push Option sign in. I have 4 of these cameras and they work great.
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Yes. When you connect this camera to Mac OS X running Yosemite via USB, iPhoto pops right up. You can see all photos and play all videos.
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This camera works fine with my new Mac (OS X) - it just recognizes the camera like any other.Also worth noting, I stuck in a 2GB SD card, and it's working fine so far - although the manual says not to use any larger than 1GB. Not sure what will happen when/if I store more than 1GB of photos on it, but I can keep that from happening.Changing the date on the camera is my priority now (searching for a way to do this lead me to this discussion). Any pointers?
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Don't know. Mac person. Software is not the main attraction of the camera, which I really like!
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I also have a MAC and the P80 and my pictures and videos are uploaded to IPhoto with no problems. In fact it is very simple to do.
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I am interested in either the Canon 100 HS or 300 HS for an international trip. Size of course is an issue and I know both are compact. I have not been able to find info as to whether either of the cameras are compatible with Mac operating systems. Does anyone know?
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I do not own a Mac so I cannot promise anything, but the camcorder did come with a Digital Video Solutions Disk for Macinstosh so I would assume it must work with Macs since it comes with a Mac CD.