This is probably the most intensive thing I will do on the computer. Everything else would be email, web surfing, Microsoft office for Macs, iTunes, etc. I will be using iMovie for now.
Just checked, a mid model 2014 with ssd and 16 gigs is only $100 cheaper than a 2.8 with same upgrades. Is the difference between the 2 worth $100? Will these new models do what I need effectively?