How does old camcorder footage imported via FireWire compare to simpler analog tools like the Elgato Video Capture? The quality is objectively better, but is it really worth the extra effort? This video will walk you through both methods and compare image quality between the two so you can decide which works best for you.
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What you’ll need:
•Apple Thunderbolt to FireWire Adapter
Apple recently stopped selling this, so now eBay seems like the best choice. Model number MD464ZM/A A1463 is the way to go and seems to sell for about $90
•Apple Thunderbolt 3 to 2 Adapter:
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•FireWire 9 pin to 4 pin cable:
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•Alternatively, you can use the Elgato Video Capture for a simpler process with slightly lower quality:
[ Ссылка ] (Amazon)
•Research thesis on video game perceived realism:
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⏱️Chapter Markers:
0:00 - Working with Old Camcorders
1:30 - What You Need for FireWire (Digital)
3:12 - What You Need for Elgato Video Capture (Analog)
4:27 - Importing with FireWire
7:43 - Importing with Elgato Video Capture
9:12 - Footage Quality Comparisons
10:15 - Is FireWire Worth The Extra Effort?
11:01 - The Nostalgia Factor and “Perceived Realism”
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Episode 398: Make Old Camcorder Footage Look It’s Best! FireWire Transfer to Modern Computers
