This is one of the few applications that not only converts a movie to 3D but also works with a 3D camcorder, or two camcorders, to film a movie in 3D. MAGIX Movie Edit Pro MX Plus goes above and beyond what most video editing software can do with 3D capabilities. So long as they have a pair of cyan and red 3D glasses, anyone can enjoy your movie. It doesn't matter where the glasses came from; you can use any pair. This means that even your family and friends can enjoy your movie in 3D without needing to purchase any specific equipment from MAGIX.
If 3D isn't as important to you, this application still has a lot going for it. Not only is it HD compatible, but it also comes with 5.1 surround sound in full Dolby Digital. You'll feel like you're sitting in the theater when you are watching the movies from the comfort of your own home. You can share your movies in a digital format or save them to an AVCHD or Blu-ray Disc. There are plenty of exporting options available.
There are many editing tools available in MAGIX Movie Edit Pro MX Plus, whether you are working in 2D or 3D. You will also be impressed with how easy the software is to use. It will make your movies look professional but doesn't required years of experience to use. With so many features, there might be a concern about processing speed, but this video editing software is set up to run in a way that won't bog down your computer's system resources.
Like other video editing software, just about any kind of video file can be imported into MAGIX Movie Edit Pro MX Plus for editing and output. We’ll talk about that more a bit later. But the big draw for this application is in working with innovative filming that you do yourself.
You can take high-definition video footage with your AVCHD camcorder and import it directly into MAGIX Movie Edit Pro without the need for complicated recalculations. Full HD up to 1080p is supported. You can even use footage that was taken at 50p, offering twice the normal number of frames for super-smooth fast-action sequences.
Beyond editing 3D content, and probably even more practical for most consumers, is the ability to shoot the same event with two different cameras and edit them into a single, professional looking movie. This process, called MultiCam editing, or A/B editing by the pros, allows for the filming of a single event from two completely different perspectives. You could film a concert with close-ups of the performer with one camera and the broader perspective of the whole stage and audience with another. MAGIX Movie Edit Pro MX Plus makes putting them together seamlessly very simple. The same process could easily take your home movies of weddings, the kids’ sporting events and such to a whole new level.
For those looking to edit imported files, just about any file type is compatible with this video editing software. They include AVI, DV-AVI, MPEG-1, MPEG-2, MPEG-4, MTS, M2TS, MXV, MJPEG, QuickTime, WMV(HD) and MKV. You can also capture footage from those old VHS tapes or TV. You can even capture videos from the internet by simply framing them then starting the record function.
MAGIX video editing software allows you to view your finished product on any number of devices, including many smartphones and devices like the iPod Touch. Viewing in 3D can be accomplished using the anaglyph method on standard televisions and monitors by using glasses with one red and one cyan lens. A basic pair is included with the boxed version of the application but not with the download. Additional glasses can be purchased from the manufacturer or other sources. 3D can also be viewed using polarized filter glasses and a special monitor.
With video editing software, ease of use is a comparative measure. We’re not going to tell you that using MAGIX Movie Edit Pro MX Plus is as easy as using as a word processing program or playing a video game, but given the complexity and formidable capabilities of the application, it is relatively simple, logical and intuitive. The manufacturer has clearly made a strong effort in this regard with the addition of a new user interface that allows the consumer to move, adjust or even remove elements from it as desired. Special effects are also centralized in a screen called the Media Pool. It allows for the selection of a category of effect then shows all options in the group without opening a separate window. Audio dubbing has been automated but can be adjusted on a detailed panel and level display screen. Finally, exporting finished work is made easy with the use of a handy export assistant.
One of the most frustrating things about video editing software is its tendency to hog system resources, and it's infuriating when you've spent hours on a video only to have it crash your computer right before you were about to save your project. Many programming improvements have been made which make the most of your computer’s capabilities. Chief among them is called AVCHD SmartRendering which limits the resource-hungry recalculations to portions of video that have actually been edited. Unedited portions are completed without having to waste excessive computer resources. MAGIX Movie Edit Pro MX Plus works with both 32- and 64-bit operating systems but has been optimized for the 64-bit versions, making more RAM available.
While we’re on the topic of computer system optimization, it would be useful to mention the system requirements which are fairly substantial, even for video editing software. Standard operation requires an Intel Core Duo processor running at 1.83GHz or an AMD Dual-Core chip running at 2.0GHz. At least 1GB of RAM is required, as is 1GB of available hard drive space. For high-definition editing, including AVCHD, the requirements are substantially higher. The minimum processor is an Intel Core 2 quad running at 2.83GHz, though an i7 processor is recommended. 4GB of RAM are required as is a 512MB graphics card.
The new user interface makes editing more intuitive than ever with an easy-to-use storyboard and timeline layouts. The application allows you to split, divide, crop and trim scenes. It can configure video for wide screens and has video-correction tools such as stabilizers, filters and color and contrast adjustment abilities. Both primary and secondary colors can be easily adjusted to improve realism or to achieve special, creative results. There’s now a feature known as Intelligent Mouse which allows for moving an entire project behind a video object on a single track or up to the full 99-track limit allowed by this video editing software.
Of course, it also has realtime previews, so you can see your added effects right away and quickly decide whether you want to keep your edits or not.
Movie Edit Pro video editing software can export most popular file types and is compatible with pretty much all online services, such as YouTube, Google Video, Yahoo Video and Metacafe. Indeed, you can upload to YouTube in full 1080p HD and 3D directly from the MAGIX Movie Edit Pro MX Plus application. Videos can also be uploaded directly to Facebook without having to use inconvenient, intermediary video portals. The same can be said for uploading to the premium Vimeo video site.
Videos can be transferred to portable video players and mobile phones. They can also be exported in just about all popular types including AVI, DV-AVI, MJPEG, MPEG-1, MPEG-2, MPEG-4, QuickTime and WMV(HD).
MAGIX Movie Edit Pro MX Plus provides a huge array of special effects and transitions to make your videos look their best. Indeed there are over 1,000 different effects, fades and title templates within this video editing software. There’s a large library of background music and sound effects that can be added to any production. You can even use picture-in-picture effects or place any on any background using the green screen, or chroma keying, capability.
There’s also a wide array of titles and text that can be added to your videos. They can be made in 3D and have numerous effects added to them, such as rotating, glowing or tipping. The travel route animation feature is particularly well suited for use with travel videos. You can simply input your travel mode and some route information to get a map added to the video, just like you might see in a travel documentary. Route information is even kept up-to-date with the addition of an internet connection.
The export assistant screen allows you to export your complete project any way you like. You can choose to save to a computer file, export to a mobile device or upload to the internet. MAGIX Movie Edit Pro MX Plus allows you to burn your completed projects, including those in 3D, to DVD and Blu-ray discs. Using this video editing software discs can be created with 3D, animated menus.
MAGIX Movie Edit Pro MX Plus includes their updated audio app called Music Editor 3.0. It features an integrated Dolby Digital 5.1 Creator so your soundtrack can be as impressive as the video. It can be used to provide great, realistic musical performances or to create theater-like effects by directing particular sounds to specific speakers to create special effects, like the sense of movement. Beyond making great sound, it can be used to remove unwanted noises and defects.
Most video editing tools are also available for still images. You can crop, resize, rotate and position images, and correct color, contrast and brightness. You can even capture a video frame and convert it to an image file. MAGIX also offers animated and non-animated GIF graphics online that can easily be downloaded and added to your video projects within this video editing software.
MAGIX offers customer and technical support online, but you need a user account to take advantage of it. Telephone and email assistance are also available. The MAGIX Multimedia Community is particularly helpful. It allows users to get advice from other users about this video editing software. You can even upload your video and get constructive tips from other users.
If you are tired of feeling constrained by subpar 3D editing tools, MAGIX Movie Edit Pro MX Plus is a great choice. It is topnotch when it comes to 3D options; not only that, but you get its HD and surround-sound features as well. This video editing software is a perfect choice for anyone who wants an easy way to make quality movies time and time again. You can't go wrong when you choose this application for your movie-making plans.
