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Avid releases Media Composer Version 5.0

Monday, June 14, 2010
Avid have finally released version 5.0 of their popular editing software - Media Composer

What’s new in Avid Media Composer v5.0

  • Directly access and edit RED files through AMA, without transcoding (images are scaled to HD frame size) 
  • Work natively with QuickTime video formats, including Apple ProRes and H.264 
  • Edit video and audio by dragging and dropping elements in the timeline 
  • Keep high-end finishing projects in-house and gain great color precision with HD-RGB support (including dual-link I/O support with Nitris DX systems) 
  • Monitor video externally with support for the Matrox MXO2 Mini 
  • Mix and match frame sizes and aspect ratios — in addition to formats, frame rates, and resolutions — in the same timeline 
  • Take a break during long renders and have your system email you when the job’s done 
  • Import AVCHD files directly from cameras and other devices 
  • Capture to and edit XDCAM HD and DVC PRO HD formats from baseband without additional hardware 
  • Access low-res XDCAM proxies for offline work, with full-quality audio Import text-based ancillary data and embed it in the video signal with the new “Data Track” and SMPTE 436M support using Nitris DX- and Mojo DX-based systems 
  • View stereo audio tracks as single channels in the timeline for easier handling 
  • Create high-quality sounds and mixes with support for RTAS audio processing plug-ins 
  • Natively access and edit 4:2:2 MPEG-2 media from the new Canon cameras using AMA
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