I need to use this camera as a deck I have HD tapes shot with a canon HD XHA1s 1080i I need to transfer to mac can this camera play tapes and does i
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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've got an Intel-based mac, but I think it's probably more an issue of the software - so you should be fine, provided you are sporting the latest OS and iLife. I've now tried it with both iMovie 08 and FCP (whatever the most recent is). It's very straightforward in iMovie. Here's a crappy example of something I shot, imported and uploaded in under an hour:http://www.vimeo.com/1033464Ridiculously easy with iMovie. Not as straightforward with FCP. You have to find the HDV profile best suited to the camera (I'm still experimenting).
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You need to convert the AVI files to MOV format and the Apple iMac needs to be able to play HD. This is a great product by the way.
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Thanks Mark. I have since noticed that the owner's manual for what I think is a predecessor camera (Sony HDR-HC1) is available on amazon. It says that that camera can transfer images recorded in HD to a camcorder or other firewire compatible device that records in SD and convert the images to SD. Assuming that's true for this HD3 as well, then even if my computer and TV are not up to HD editing, I could convert the images using my existing camcorder and edit the SD version, while preserving the HD originals for the day my computer and TV can handle them. I have a son who's growing up fast and I'm eager to start capturing images in HD. Any idea whether a 1080p camera is around the corner? Thanks Mark. I have since noticed that the owner's manual for what I think is a predecessor camera (Sony HDR-HC1) is available on amazon. It says that that camera can transfer images recorded in HD to a camcorder or other firewire compatible device that records in SD and convert the images to SD. Assuming that's true for this HD3 as well, then even if my computer and TV are not up to HD editing, I could convert the images using my existing camcorder and edit the SD version, while preserving the HD originals for the day my computer and TV can handle them. I have a son who's growing up fast... » Read More Thanks Mark. I have since noticed that the owner's manual for what I think is a predecessor camera (Sony HDR-HC1) is available on amazon. It says that that camera can transfer images recorded in HD to a camcorder or other firewire compatible device that records in SD and convert the images to SD. Assuming that's true for this HD3 as well, then even if my computer and TV are not up to HD editing, I could convert the images using my existing camcorder and edit the SD version, while preserving the HD originals for the day my computer and TV can handle them. I have a son who's growing up fast and I'm eager to start capturing images in HD. Any idea whether a 1080p camera is around the corner? « Show Less
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I had no problems transferring the video files from Micro SD card to my Imac and playing them ..works just fine however I did no install the IN software to my Imac - I just loaded the videos
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i have a new macbook pro (less than 4 months old) and I can upload just fine. I mainly use the sd card but the computer recognized the card even after formatting in the camera. a few times i went straight from cam to comp and it worked fine
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I have only transferred video fro the camera to a Windows PC and it was using the firewire cable. I guess there must exist some firewire adapter for the mac.
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You can hookup the camera to a tv and play it from the camera, it Only Plays Hi8 tapes NOT 8mm tapes
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The instruction manual is rather inconclusive but does not say you can't. It also seems to be PC based with system requirements. I'm a MAC guy and it looks like it has to use supplied cable or card reader.My card fits into the slot built in. I just tried to make it work as I have no need of wi-fi and it wasn't successful, probably my lack of wi-fi knowledge. I had to search through all the wi-fi connections for the camera. I wish I could be of more help.
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It has loop recording, once it uses up all available space it will start to overwrite the old recording starting with the oldest file. You can save the video file by pressing the hazard button, but you have to do it right away. it will save the file into a different folder that can't be deleted or overwritten from the camera, but can be done from a pc. its in MOV format so i don't see a problem for not viewing it on a mac, but i don't have a mac to confirm it. yes, you can playback video on the camera screen. but its a little more complicated. it also records audio by default but you can change the setting to have it not record audio.
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Hello. The Canon XH-A1 uses mini dv tapes. SD card recording for Canon cameras only exists in their smaller cam corders. I still use my Xh-A1 but recently purchased an external digital recorder because I like the instant download of files and as the camera gets older there can be an issue with the heads wearing out. The A1 is a great camera. The 1440x1080 video is very nice and for DVD it is perfect.
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It worked great to connect and transfer video from my Sony 8mm Camcorder to my iMac. Should not be an issue with the Panasonic as it supports Firewire and I understand that the interface works great on the Panasonic. You will use iMovie to import the video clips/files.
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I have a Canon HF 200, and have been trying to find some way to play my HD files on the BD-60. So far, no luck. I've emailed and called customer service to ask what formats are supported - waste of time. The customer rep said this was only available on the BD-80 (despite what the manual states) Good luck.
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Actually, the Sony HD camcorders will work with Mac OS X. You just have to jump through some hoops with some third-party freeware to get the video and audio to a workable format. I used a Sony HD camcorder from work and was eventually able to edit on my MacBook (with audio, which was the stumbling block for the longest while), then made a DVD from it.
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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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Thanks B. Wickens!I've continued my research and it turns out the problem is not the brand of the camera but the AVCHD codec itself. Most video editing applications don't support it yet. So indeed you can copy the files to your hard drive in a Mac but you need a program that can read them.Turns out the latest Final Cut Pro does indeed support AVCHD and also the iMovie '08 (not '06).My favorite recoding application is VisualHub but I haven't been able to determine yet if it will read AVCHD and convert it to something else.
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havent tried yet, but I got a friend who works on a Mac and shoots with Cannon video cam, so i think it is possible...will try soon