Samsung HMX-H200/iMovie 11 import prob

[Apple Fan 21]

I have a Samsung HMX-H200 and I have been trying to resolve this issue since Xmas. When I import video from camcorder via USB or directly from the SDMC the import takes 10+ hours for about 3 hrs of 1080i HD video. Then when it is all done the video is jittery!! What gives? I have a 27 in 2011 iMac w/ 2.7 i5 and 16 GB of RAM. Any help will be greatly appreciated. Thx

 

[Dave Braine]

I don't know what the file size of your 1080/50i clip is but as iMovie imports it, it will be converting it to the Apple Intermediate Codec format(AIC) which, for 1080/60i converts at around 50Gb per hour of video. So, your 3hr video could end up at around 150Gb.

I've not used AVCHD video yet, but 10 hours seems a bit excessive.

 

[daybreak]

Yes it would play up. You need that size file to be downloaded unto a external hard drive.

 

[Apple Fan 21]

So i guess I need to upgrade my camcorder. Any suggestion? I want full 1080P and AVCHD camcorder that plays well w/ iMovie

 

[daybreak]

Firstly check if your camcorder is compatible with your system. To load 3 hours of video file on your computer and then expect it to play is asking a lot.
I always say and video work should go on an external drive.

 

[Apple Fan 21]

I store all my HD vid on am external HD. I am looking at a Panasonic HC-V500K. Anyone have any advice on this camcorder?

 

[Dave Braine]

You might like to choose your camcorder based on information here:
http://help.apple.com/imovie/cameras/en/index.html?lang=en_US

 

[Apple Fan 21]

Anyone have an experience using a Canon VIXIA HF M500?

 

[daybreak]

Dave has given you information regards your problem. Is that any help to you before moving on to more camcorder specs.