I'd rather have this completely rewritten version sooner than later, even if it means some missing features. It's not perfect and it's not even ready as a replacement in my opinion. Poor communication aside, Apple have created a great video editing application in FCPX. Given Apple's policy of keeping quiet on their plans and motives, it is understandable that many people were confused by the direction that FCP is taking.
Import and export XML for third-party workflows like color grading and sound mixingįinal Cut Pro X was a bit of a shock for some long term users of Final Cut.Export audio stems and multiple versions of a finished video using roles metadata.Incredibly fast export for playback on Apple devices and upload to websites such as Vimeo and YouTube.Powerful color wheels and curves for precise adjustments with keying and masks.Use Pro Display XDR to accurately view HDR video.Import, edit, and deliver video in standard color spaces, or in wide Rec.Sync video with separate audio in a single step with instant audio waveform matching.Expand and edit multichannel audio files directly in the timeline.Assign roles - including dialogue, music, effects, and custom choices - during import to easily track and organize your project.Choose from an ecosystem of third-party FxPlug plug-ins with custom interfaces.Change the look of titles, transitions, and effects using intuitive controls.Beautifully animated, easily customizable 2D and 3D titles.Work with a broad range of formats including ProRes, RED, XAVC, AVCHD, Avid DNxHR®, Avid DNxHD®, H.264, HEVC, and more.
Automatically transform projects for square or vertical delivery with Smart Conform.Edit multicamera projects with automatic syncing and support for up to 64 camera angles.Reduce clutter by grouping clips into a Compound Clip.Use Clip Connections to attach B-roll, sound effects, and music to the timeline.Enhanced Timeline Index lets you drag and drop audio roles to rearrange the layout of your timeline.The Magnetic Timeline uses advanced metadata for faster, easier editing.Redesigned from the ground up, Final Cut Pro combines revolutionary video editing with a powerful media organization and incredible performance to let you create at the speed of thought.