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Final Cut Studio 2 review Editors Choice Award

8.0

Editors' Rating

Excellent

Typical price:£ 849

Verdict

Final Cut Studio 2 gives solid value for money and is a worthy upgrade for serious film editors who work on Macs. However, non-professionals should consider simpler software... Read Full Review.

Pros

  • Good value for money
  • Includes new Color application
  • New open-format timeline
  • SmoothCam feature
  • Improved integration throughout the suite
  • Includes 5.1 surround-sound support
  • Adds effects and templates

Cons

  • No support for Blu-ray and some professional cameras
  • Lacks previews for exported content
  • Complexity might cause problems for beginners

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