Review by Jerry Saperstein

I installed this on a computer running Windows 8.1 64-bit with an Intel i7 processor. No problems with the install and no stability issues with the video editing program to date. But I am having significant problems importing media. Apparently, for example, not all MP4 files are created equal as far as this program is concerned. Or MOV files either. Some open. Some dont. I know quite a bit about video formats and I haven’t called Sony Tech Support yet because I am trying to figure out the issue son my own.

This is a nice video editor for beginners or more experienced editors who are looking for simplified workflow to turn out smaller projects faster (assuming you can import your video). The User Interface has a very clean deign and is reasonably intuitive. Making life somewhat easier for newer editors is having a Simple Edit mode and an advanced edit mode.

I was able to knock out a small, simple project pretty quickly without needing to consult the Help file.

Sony has produced some interesting add-ons that are available as downloads at modest cost. In my opinion, a few of the add-ons should have been built into the program, but others represent excellent value, so I guess it balances out.

I admit to being focused on the media imkport problem since files from some of cameras cant be imported without being converted first, which annoys me. Also, I have not ued the auxillary programs yet.

My initial impression, however, is that the video editor is excellent for new editors and for more experienced editors seeking more efficient workflow. This version won’t replace adobe Premiere Pro and isn’t intended to but it will do a fine job in handling the footage from your cameras and crafting a fairly complex video project without an overly steep learning curve.

I like it and will be coming back to it once I resolve my media import issues.

Jerry