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hi all...

so i've previously been working on FCP Studio for some larger editing projects.

i need have to do some additional work that is much smaller in scale, and was wondering if Final Cut Express might do the trick?

is there a vast difference (besides the price) between the two versions?

any info would be great.

PS: i'm guessing both versions are currently compatible with Leopard?
 
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From what I've read and seen of both products, I don't see why you would down grade to FCE. It is a cut down version of FCP so I can't see any gain for you. No efficency would be gained. It isn't a whole new application with new thoughts on editing like iMovie 08.

Of course if you personally don't have either, then FCE is likely a good product for where your demands don't include those extra things FCP handles. Go check the specs of each product since only you know your needs.
 

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