Analog-to-Digital Converter Boxes for Video Editors
Sony DVMC-DA1 Media Converter
The Sony DVMC-DA1 media converter comes in a smile gray box. It includes RCA, FireWire, and S-video connections. These inputs and outputs help to transfer analog video footage to a computer. This Sony media converter is useful for editors who need to transfer footage from older model high-8, 8mm or VHS video cameras. Video footage can also be transferred from a VCR to a computer using the Sony DVMC-DA1 media converter. It is one of the most expensive analog to digital converter boxes for video editors with a price tag of around $400.
Released just over five years ago, the Sony DVMC-DA1 media converter can be used by video editors for both Macintosh and PC computers. The flexibility and reliability of this analog to digital converter box for video editors make it well worth its price. While still a favorite among video editors, the Sony media converter has become difficult to find available for purchase. This is Sony product is one of many analog to digital converter boxes compatible with a variety of video editing software.
Canopus ADVC110 Advanced Digital Video Converter
Video editors on a lower budget can opt for the Canopus ADVC110 advanced digital converter that is available at $250 or less. While still pricey, this analog to digital converter box costs a little over half of what video editors would pay for the Sony DVMC-DA1 media converter. The Canopus ADVC110 advanced Digital video converter is white with an appearance similar to small portable DVD players. It features analog video inputs and outputs along with a FireWire connection. This Canopus video converter is compatible with both PC and Mac computers for NTSC, PAL, SECAM formats.
Roxio USB Converter
Casual video editors and hobbyists have an option to purchase the Roxio USB converter. While it does not feature digital input and output connections, the Roxio video converter can be used to transfer images to PC computers. Roxio's product is one of the few analog to digital converter boxes for video editors that come with some limitations. Its main purpose seems to be centered on transferring footage from a VCR or analog video camera. This converter is also only compatible with Creator 2010 and a Creator 2010 Pro video editing software from Roxio.
Video editors who cannot afford professional equipment may find the Roxio USB converter useful. It costs $59.99 and can also be used as a backup source for transferring video to a computer. The expense increases for video editors who need to purchase Creator 2010, which costs $80. While it is not the best option, this Roxio USB converter can help editors who are starting a video business.
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- The Sony DVMC-DA1 media converter is compatible with a variety of editing software and realiable.
- The Canopus ADVC110 Advanced Digital Video Converter can be used for different video formats.
- Casual video editors and hobbyists have an option to purchase the Roxio USB converter.