Compatibility Issue with Final Cut Studio 2?

[albertperk]

So I'm getting my FIRST Mac next month after the MacbookPro update (yay!!) And I was very interested in getting Final Cut Studio 2...but I'm not sure if it would be compatible with my digital camcorder. I have the Canon ZR-80...I don't know if I should get Final Cut 2 because if it's not compatible with my camcorder, it will be a waste of money...so I'm either getting FCS, or FCS-2 depending on the compatibility...does anyone have any info on this? Thanks guys!

 

[zioxide]

Any camera that's compatible with Final Cut Studio (FCP 5.1) will be compatible with Final Cut Studio 2 (FCP6)

 

[albertperk]

Decent...

I wasn't sure if there was a difference in compatibility between the two versions or not dealing with that. I may get 5.1 for now and then upgrade later...I'm not sure yet though. Thanks for the info.

 

[-DH]

I may get 5.1 for now and then upgrade later

The upgrade price from FCS to FCS 2 is $499.00. Might as well go with FCS 2 and save yourself $500.00.

-DH

 

[iMacZealot]

I use a ZR80 with Final Cut Express and it works fine, and I see no reason why you should get FCS1 over FCS2 unless if you want to throw away a bunch of money. If that's the case, then try the lotto, or just have a bonfire in your backyard...

There's no reason why it should NOT work with FCS2.

 

[albertperk]

or just have a bonfire in your backyard...

Not a bad idea! I was thinking about that myself actually...haha so kidding...

Your point is given though. If I decide to do so I'll pony up and get the newest version coming out.

Thanks.

 

[iMacZealot]

No problem!