Best Video Editing Software - Product Reviews
Editing Video Software - Info and Review
You can inexpensively produce professional
grade videos on your own PC!
We reviewed the Best Video Editing Software applications and came up with a short list of what we think are the best valued and
most feature rich video editors you can find. The 5 products listed below are power packed video editors that will provide all the
tools you need to create fantastic video productions. Our ratings system includes six categories related to video editing software
that we think are important for your success. Any one of these 5 products would be a good choice for your video editing projects.
There are some feature differences amongst the products, be sure to check out each product by clicking the product photo or
link.
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CyberLink PowerDirector 9 is a top choice video production tool for the new and experienced video editor.
The user interface combined with powerful features and tools allow you to expand and improve your video
productions as you gain experience. PowerDirector 9 provides an exceptional blend of usability, video editing
features and export options.
Extra features come standard with PowerDirector 9. Features like direct uploading to YouTube and Facebook, a
particle effects editor, a complete range of video file input and output functions, high definition upscaling, great
auto tools for editing and tools for creating slide shows.
Overall this video editor is technically sound, feature rich, easy to use & learn and is a great value.
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Corel VideoStudio Pro X3 offers many features similar to other top video editing applications but comes with
other unique features that set it apart. While the advanced editor is feature rich and EZ to use, Corel has added
additional features that make the editing experience even better.
The intuitive toolset, professional-quality features and outstanding effects allow video editors to focus on the
creative process of movie making, while leaving the technical aspect behind.
There's allot of added value to an already great editor making Corel VideoStudio Pro X3 an excellent solution for
the home editing enthusiast as well as those that demand good value and great performance.
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Pinnacle Studio 14 Utlimate is now simpler to use than previous versions, the user-friendly drag-and-drop
interface makes it a breeze to create Hollywood-quality HD movies with music, stunning new montage themes,
transitions, animations, zoom & pan and special effects.
In version 14 many user requests were incorporated to make this a powerful video editing tool.
Pinnacle Studio 14 HD at about half the price of Studio Ultimate packs many of the same features as big
brother and makes a great video editor for less demanding editing projects.
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Adobe Premiere 9 brings cutting-edge innovation to users who want powerful yet easy-to-use tools to create
high quality, compelling videos. Adobe simplified the editing process, without taking away any of the power, and
incorporated smart tools with built-in intelligence to bring once difficult tasks within reach of everyone.
If you're new to video editing you'll enjoy the automatic mode, if you're a seasoned video editor there is a manual
mode that allows you to get down and dirty.
Highly intuitive, Premiere Elements 9 is a superior consumer-grade video editor that packs allot of wallop for the
price!
Sony Vegas Movie Studio HD 9 provides digital video editing tools that make editing easy and fun. You can
add transitions, titles, and special effects including green screen and slow motion then quickly format movies
for online sharing sites like Facebook®, YouTube™ and more.
Simply import your video footage or digital photos, edit out the parts you don’t want and enhance the rest with
the easy to use editing features. A very nice feature for beginning editors is a real-time nondestructive video
editor. No matter what changes you make to your video and photos in the software, your original files are
never affected!
The lowest priced editor in our line up - Movie Studio HD is a great value.
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