From Still to Motion : Editing DSLR Video with Final Cut Pro X

Final Cut Pro X offers a whole new way to edit, with an ease of use that opens the door for millions of new users. DSLR cameras are also revolutionizing the way photographers, journalists, documentary producers, and directors bring their creative vision to life. Up until now, editing DSLR video has been anything but easy–syncing sound, transcoding footage, fixing rolling shutter–but the “look” made it all worthwhile.

But shouldn’t things be easier? They can be. In this unique and targeted guide, users of all levels will learn how to edit DSLR video with Final Cut Pro X from the creative team behind the best-selling book on DSLR filmmaking–From Still to Motion: A Photographer’s Guide to Creating Video with Your DSLR. In no time you’ll learn how to transition from a real-world project to successfully editing video with this groundbreaking new version
of Final Cut Pro X.

• import, analyze, and organize your footage and media

• set up your projects correctly for any DSLR camera

• fix common problems like exposure, rolling shutter, and shaky video

• implement essential and advanced editing techniques

• work with synchronized sound and create compelling audio mixes

• correct color and exposure problems with your clips

• publish and share your productions to the web and mobile devices

• download project files and videos that accompany the book

Richard Harrington is a director, photographer, and editor. He has been a certified instructor for Adobe, Apple, and Avid. He is a Creative COW forum leader, a member of the NAPP Instructor Dream Team, and a popular author, trainer, and speaker. His company is RHED Pixel (www.RHEDPixel.com) and his personal blog is www.RichardHarringtonBlog.com.

Abba Shapiro is an award-winning writer, photographer, producer, and director with over 25 years’ experience in video and film production. He has been a popular trainer for both Apple and Adobe digital video products and
owns the production company Shapiro Video & Multimedia (www.shapirovideo.com).

Robbie Carman is a professional colorist who works on numerous broadcast television series and independent films. He is a certified trainer for Adobe and Apple, a principal at Amigo Media (www.amigomediallc.com), a well-known author and speaker at industry conferences, and a Creative COW forum host for DSLR video.