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What I would like to do is be able to shoot video, then use my computer to edit it and transfer it to DVD.
After reading several online articles about how to transfer video from DV (AVI, I think?) to DVD (MPEG-2?) format, it sounds like a little much for me and my husband. So, I was wondering if the transfer of video from DVD to DVD would be easier?
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It can all be complicated depending on the steps you take. What equipment and software problems you encounter etc.
1. Shoot video with MiniDV camcorder.
2. Transfer to computer via firewire as .AVI file.
3. Edit .AVI file in editor as desired.
4. Output the .AVI file to DVD Authoring program (encodes .AVI to MPEG-2, then make menus, then burn DVD).
A lot depends on a variety of factors. DaveC has a good system that works well with him. At this point I enjoy editing the video, especially my 10 to 15 year old tapes.
We are not in disagreement on methods. And we are in strong agreement to go the MiniDV route.
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DVD-RW Drive (internal): Any recommendations? I'm assuming the DVD writing software would come with it, is this correct?
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The software I have received with many CD burners over the years has always been replaced with full functioning software. The same for my last three DVD burners.
Same goes for camcorder software for me.
I think you can get a better quality MiniDV camcorder for the money (or less) than a DVD camcorder. Some other advantages of MiniDV are 60 minutes of recording high quality video vs 20 minutes. Cost of MiniDV vs DVD's for the camcorder.
Rich