Sigma DP2s MXF and iMovie workflow

Depending on your rig's capabilities, you may get stuck in editing Sigma DP2s MXF video clips in Apple iMovie for Mac. If that's the case, transcoding Sigma DP2s MXF media into AIC .mov format will ensure a better playback and editing experience in iMovie. Check this article and learn how to process Sigma DP2s MXF footage to iMovie conversion in simple steps.

"Hi there, I am trying to help some friends get their MXF files (shot on a Sigma DP2s) to a format that their client can edit on iMovie. What is the best approach I should take? Thanks! (I am not a professional editor, clearly.)"

You can just convert them to AIC .mov format using Video Converter for Mac. The converted files are ready for quick editing in Apple iMovie. Just check the guide below to learn the way of transcoding Sigma DP2s MXF files to AIC .mov format for editing in iMovie smoothly.

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How to encode Sigma DP2s MXF files to AIC .mov for iMovie editing?

To transcode Sigma DP2s MXF video to AIC for iMovie editing, do as below: Download Video Converter for Mac

Video Converter (It is available for Mac, simply download the proper version depending on your computer.)

Step 1: Click "Add File" to load Sigma DP2s MXF video files into this program.

Step 2: Select output format for iMovie Click "Profile" to select "iMovie and Final Cut Express" > "Apple InterMediate Codec(AIC) (*.mov)" as output format. AIC .mov is iMovie's favorite editing codec, which iMovie will read and handle well.

Tips: If necessary, you can click "Settings" button to modify video and audio parameters like encoder, resolution, frame rate, bitrate, aspect ratio, sample rate, and audio channels. You can also "enable 3D Settings" to add 3D effect to your source media.

Step 3: Click "Convert" to start Sigma DP2s MXF video to iMovie conversion. As soon as the conversion is complete, click "Open Folder" to get the generated AIC .mov files for editing in iMovie with optimum performance. Hope it helps.