Capture video from miniDV to iMac?

[Jedi5]

Looking to import some 15 or more miniDV tapes to my iMac.
What would be the best way to go about this?
Should I use FCE or iMovie? Is one better than the other?
For my newer HD camera, I use FCE when I want to import video.
I've never worked with my older camera so I'm not sure which one would be better.

Help?

 

[cgbier]

I'd assume you'll mix the videos later on. Just use FCE. Don't forget the correct Easy Setup before capturing.

 

[Dave Braine]

You'll need a Firewire connection to do the transfer/import.

 

[Soura2112]

Yes

Use FCE and a FireWire hook up. If you only have FireWire 800 you need to buy a converter piece since most MiniDv cams use FireWire 400, there about 7 bucks at Frys.
Use easy set up and Capture video

 

[cgbier]

Don't use them adaptor pieces, but get a simple 9>4pin cable. The more connectors you have in a cable run, the more trouble you run into... and those 4pin connectors by themselves are already pain enough.