It boggles my mind how a company could produce a near perfect helmet camera like the Sony as100v, allow it to shoot excellent XAVC-S, then require you to "upgrade" to an inferior product to get full benefits from XAVC-S. The layout and the fade tool killed it for me, and I'm glad you pointed out those differences. If you're looking at this product, definitely try the demo first to see if you can deal with the new layout. Excellent review of the program!
Amazing review!! Clear, concise and informative. I was really confused as to which piece of software to buy, and you gave a neat run down of all three packages and explained MSP 13 really well! Thank you so much!!
HELLO I use widows movie maker for editing my youtube videos .. I am looking for something better .. would you recommend this Movie Studio Platinum 13 or Movie Studio 13 .. .. that ''does not'' say platinum .. what is the difference I am so confused .. I am just looking for something that is not too complicated to figure out .. but also does great work like picture in picture and split screen options ??.. please help THANKS SO MUCH ;-) I want to go get this today .. but I dont know which is better
DO NOT get Movie Studio 13 - this is too basic and will frustrate you. I recommend Movie Studio Platinum 13 or Movie Studio Suite 13. Movie Studio Suite 13 comes with Movie Studio Platinum 13, extra programs and bonus features.
***** OH OK Thank you for responding .. So get Movie Studio Platinum 13??..ok I will check to see if its at best buy .. and can I ask you if I download it onto my computer that I have right now ... Will I be able to put it on my next computer that I will be getting in like 2 more months Thanks so much for your help
goldmouth100 Sony Movie Studio and Vegas Pro are in transition right now, because Magix.com has bought most of Sony's software products. New versions of Movie Studio will be released next year. If you live in the USA, Amazon normally has the best prices for Movie Studio Platinum 13 and Movie Studio Suite 13. You can buy a boxed copy of either, but can't buy as a download through Amazon because of the company takeover. What you can still do for now, is download the free trial direct from Sony and start using it. If you buy a boxed version, you can then activate the trial later. www.sonycreativesoftware.com/homestudio For an extra $25, I still recommend the Suite version on Amazon, because you will get a HUGE amount of extra goodies!
How are the rendering times on this software? I had Vegas 10 platinum and it took 10+ minutes to render each minute of footage. Even on a very good laptop meant for gaming and video editing.. Are the rendering times better here?
Hello Movie Studio Zen, thanks so much for this review. I only have 1 question, how many timelines are you allowed to have on this software? I'm currently abit behind on Sony Movie Studio 9 which only allows for 4 video timelines and 4 audio timelines which to be honest is very awful as I make projects that require many layers. Does this 1 only have 4 or can it have more?
Is this better than Premiere Elements (aside from rendering time)? I watched a few tutorials on Elements and can't get motivated to learn it. I'm upgrading from iMovie on my phone and (hate it) Windows Movie maker. I'm looking for ease of use, intuitive design and function, 4k support and ability to make intro/outro and cool overlay titles during video. Also how do you do picture in picture?
There are a large number of similar programs you can choose from now and they all have similar functions. I still think Movie Studio Platinum is easier to learn and more intuitive than most of the competition, however some other programs tend to have more "bling" like pre-made templates. Cyberlink Powerdirector is another good option, if you want heaps of pre-made templates. If you decide on Movie Studio, I recommend Movie Studio Platinum Suite 13, because it comes with many bonus features like a cool Titling program. Movie Studio can do all the things you are asking. There is a new version coming out in February, v14. Download the free trial for MSP13 and try it out. This tutorial will show you how to create different sized video windows: www.moviestudiozen.com/free-tutorials/sony-vegas-pro/546-multi-screen-video-fx-sony-vegas-pro
Movie Studio Zen Thanks! I contacted the company & they have an offer where u can get a free upgrade to 14 when it comes out. Do you know if I can change the background to black in 13? I don't like the grey... For some reason this just seems more fun to use than premiere. (I already own Premiere Elements 15 - I just get overwhelmed by thinking about how long it will take to learn it and edit with it!)
Do you already own an older version? If so which one? V13 is over 2 years old now. If you edit 4K video, you need V13. Sony has sold out their software to Magix.com Magix will be releasing V14 in Northern Hemisphere fall. Might be best to wait and see what the new program looks like.
Thanks for your quick response. I don't own an older version. I asked my question because I have a source where I can buy either the regular edition (not the Suite) of version 13 platinum, or for 10.00 more, the "Suite" edition of version 12. I don't do 4K and I don't have a touch screen.
If you have never used the program before, I recommend Movie Studio Suite 12 or 13. These are the best value versions, because they both come with extra programs and bonus features. There is nothing wrong with V13.
Hey Derek, I used your tutorial videos for Vegas 11 platinum a couple of years ago when I started taking my youtube channel a bit more seriously, they were very helpful. My laptop HDD dies last week and I fear I may have to restart from scratch. I'm thinking about upgrading my Vegas. Is it worth upgrading to 13, or is there a 14 coming out some time soon? Also, would you consider the differences between 11 and 13 worthy of an upgrade?
Hi Derek , after purchasing and slowly getting used to using the program I now need custom toolbar or a way to get to "selection edit tool" is there a quicker way than going through the edit menu? Awesome videos thanks Brett
Thanks for your tutorials, I have now figured out how to do the basics in Movie Studio where once I was lost! I don't suppose you have any on using Sound Forge Audio Studio to edit the sound on my videos?
i might be getting this on thursday so untill then im watching a bunch of videos just to be sure, this has helped me a lot to make a decision. im about 99% sure im getting this.
Thanks for the response, but the software looks totally different. I just have movie studio 13, not platinum!? I can only get a title screen, or a cross fade over a fading video, but not simple captions. I appreciate the help!
It has a lot of gadgets on the basic. I really don't need anything too complicated. You'd think that the basic one would be able to do this. All tutorials are for platinum :-/ how much is the upgrade?
Informative video. Looking for something to edit my GoPro videos and got too frustrated with Adobe. Do you think the Sony 13 Platinum would work well for GoPro's?
Been using MS12 for past two years--64bit 8gig quadcore. Over 100 20 min+ videos, Two video tracks, pip, effects, transition etc,1080p..mono track....Downloaded ms13 and edited&rendered first video today. Yes layout diff but this version is faster in edits and preview...no jitters lag. Render seems slightly faster. Your review convinced me to upgrade. Thanks. Thank goodness sony fixed the h265 dll issue...imports seemless
My first movie camera was 8mm FILM, then I stepped up to 8mm Sound, BetaMax, Hi8, Mini DV tapes, so I've been supporting the industry for a while, Grandad had 16mm. Anyway thank you for these tutorials, I've been on the fence between this and Cyberlink Director 13. I have converted all my films and tapes to DVD, which one should I choose. I like the basic fade, titles, sound adjusting. Not looking for Gone with the Wind. Thanks
Good to see you again, Derek! And I'm still on version 10 Movie Studio HD Platinum, but I've been meaning to upgrade. Thanks for this review, but most importantly: are you healing properly? Hope all is well ;) Best to you!
Great review thanks. One question, how do you get the smaller icons on the bottom? What I mean is the normal, envelope and fade buttons etc. They are a lot bigger on my screen. thanks
Alexx Beautyxo they are kinda the same. Pro is better but studio will get the job done very well and goes for around 30 dollars on Amazon instead of 200 or more.
Hey, I'm looking foward to buy a Video Editor, but, wich one should I choose? I'm really indecisive between PowerDirector 13 or Sony Movie Studio Platinum 13! Please help xD
I got this through Steam with Sound Forge Audio and Acid music software bundle. One day only price of $50. Never used software like this before. I'm still learning what it can do. This video was very informative! Thank you for uploading it!
Thanks :) Make sure to watch my beginners guide tutorial: www.moviestudiozen.com/free-tutorials/sony-movie-studio-platinum/521-beginners-guide-movie-studio-platinum-13
If it wasn't for your comment I would have never thought of searching this software on steam. AND THANK YOU! Both Platinum and Suite are way cheaper on steam than on their official website (which is pretty rare)
1. The Steam version does NOT include all the same features as website version - steam has some limitations. 2. Nothing wrong with Magix. NEW Vegas Movie Studio Platinum 14 will be released in next 2 weeks. I suggest you wait for arrival of version 14 and check it out!
Hi Derek, I was thinking of getting this for making youtube videos since it's pretty cheap and has all the feature's I need. I currently use a cracked sony vegas pro 11 and was wondering if you would recommend me getting this? I feel guilty and don't like getting stuff for free. If you recommend me getting this, do you think I should wait for Movie Studio 14? Thanks.
Hey please tell me how you got Sony Vegas pro for free? I don't like getting stuff for free either but I need Sony Vegas pro but I can't afford it D: please tell me Thanks :)
I can imagine your videos being really useful, no doubt I'll be referring to them when I edit my footage. I've been using free editors up until now, this will be a bit of a learning curve.
Great channel and good work! A quick question. On your review, you indicate that Platinum has the proxy editing feature. However, on the Sony website / product comparisons, it seems to indicate that ONLY the PRO versions have proxy editing. Were you using the PRO version in your review, or are the Sony specs incorrect? Thanks!
How many licenses/installs are included with Movie Studio 13? I have two computers, and I'd like to have it installed on both at the same time because one is better and more useful than the other.
Thanx for the review. One thing that erks me in the older version that i have is no "Smart Render" i.e. When I import a series of .mts files to the timeline, add a title and transitions and render back to my hard disk it goes and re-renders the entire file. Other programs I've tried just copy those non changed sections and only render portions that have changed like transitions and titles. Does this new version have this "Smart Render" feature??
The steam version is not the same complete version. One example: With normal version you can open the program multiple times "at the same time" and copy media from one project into a different one. Steam version does not allow this. Steam also does not come with DVD Architect (I think?). Please know that new version is being released next month. There is another deal here, where you can buy v13 and get free upgrade to v14 when it is released. www.vegascreativesoftware.com/us/newsletter/vegas-movie-studio-platinum-version-14-for-free/#productMenu
Hello Derek, Thank you for posting these tutorials. I am a beginner and this is my first video editing software purchase. You have made life so much easier but the best advice was to save the work constantly bc the program is prone to crash. Mine does so all the time. Well actually it will put up a message box saying the audio files have a problem and I need to select another one. It will do so through all of those files. But if I quit the program through the task manager and restart, all is well. So luckily I followed your advice and I save after I import every file and as I go along adding to the timeline. This brings me to my question which I can't find the answer for anywhere. I have prepared v=everything in sections. I wrote my narration and recorded each separately. With each section of audio narration I also have a music file, lots of short video files, and the original audio for those video files which I move to a bottom row where the sound is muted. There are also a few text files in a few places on the timeline. My issue is that I have completed the first 6 or so segments but now I think I may want to rearrange them or even move the whole section over a fraction of a second. I know if I hold down either the Shift or Control key I can highlight the files in the timeline that I click on. I tried to move them but when i did instead of moving the files over a copy of all the files was made. So how do I do this and do I need to highlight all the files on the different rows of the timeline to get them all to move together or can I just highlight the video files and everything in the space (in the rows above and below) will also move too? Sorry I'm really terrible with being concise. Please let me know when you have the time. I hope you do not mind and thank you in advance. Enjoy the holiday season if you are into that. Peace.
Hi MSZ, thanks for an informative video review here. After perservering with Video Pad "Professional" (their words) for 4 years, I'm looking for a faster and more stable editor. VP has everything I need regarding features, but it is just so pedantic and slow when pre-processing. And continually needs to be re-installed to run properly (always crashes or hangs up for up to 10 minutes !). Trouble is, I am still persisting with Win XP which I like. I am wondering if this Sony Movie Studio or other similar middle-road editing software is compatible with XP? Or am I best to bite it and upgrade to Win 7 or 8 ? VP also has an annoying problem when rendering into MP4, often the image colours distort/run in segments of the clip and I am wondering if this is a universal problem with low priced software or just happens with VP? Thanks. ADDED: I have just discovered the MSZ forum so I will also post this question on there
Do you know if the newblue come with the Suite version? I want them but if the Platinum version doesn't have them, I might be forced to get the Suite. I am particularly interested in the PiP.
***** Thank you for your reply. Much appreciated. I ended up buying the upgrade version of the 13 suite. I am downloading now the several extras files. I just hope I won't have problem installing the suite on a different computer than the one I have 10 installed on. (upgrade version and all). Again, thank you man, great videos.
Okay, so what does the sound thing come with? Ways to make my own music? I would like that a lot but would not like to pay the whole fee for the whole entire suite, what should I do? What would you recommend?
I've been a user of MS HDP 11 for several years and have been reluctant to use version 13. I do a lot of pan & cropping of overlays in my videos. One aggravating thing about V 13 is this giant video event FX window. Is there any way to default that window to a smaller size? BTW enjoyed your tutorial and thanks in advance.
Thank you, will be my editing choice as the bigger programs for 4K are way to expensive. Just need to sort out what settings I need to have to convert the film for YTube. Great that you can make a low quality version on the fly. Would you know what codec I should use, the film will come from the new Phantum 3 professional.
***** Oh, thank you for the tip. I now understand that Sony AVC should be better for people with Nvidia cards for rendering speed, yet that the first choice should be "Main Concept AVC or Wind Media Video" I will have to try all routes. Thanks for the reply. My problem is that the program crashes on me when loading the raw film from the PC, so do not get to step 2! I have a top end system i7-2600K CDU 3.70GHz. A GTX 970 etc. 8 GB memory should be enough right? Can render out 1080 np, so program seems stable.
***** It was weird, problem solved now thx, seems it had been damaged between transfer? As it now will not open on the HD either. The 1080 version left in the drones app still works, yet the 4K is now lost. The other 4K clips import ok now, I gave up too soon! Thx anyway. There are so few that have a 4K monitor, maybe it´s a waist of time anyway? No, I will not give up!!
Thanks for the detailed review. I was considering upgrading to this version from Movie Studio HD 9, but I wanted to know the differences first and whether it was worth upgrading. The interface looks really ugly compared to my older version, wish there was two separate interfaces for "computer" and "touch screen" so we don't need to use the large buttons that just look like clutter. I guess it's worth the upgrade though, since I am in need of a newer video editor. How stable would you say this software is with different types of media files(e.g. .MOV, .mp4 and .wmv files)? My previous version would always have problems editing and saving MOV files.
***** I'm testing out a trial version and the software actually feels okay to use. I was just a bit worried about the stability since I had problems using video files from my SLR camera and editing/rendering them. I did get an email from Sony about that promotion and that's why I'm considering to upgrade now while I can get it at a lower price. Comparing the Platinum version with the Suite, what features would you say make the Suite worth buying over Platinum?
Great review of the product - of course I would expect no less from the Zen master :) BTW - good to see you posting. Now I'm on to watch the one on Suite 13.
Version 12 Platinum Suite vs Version 13 Platinum? Hey everyone, I've recently completed my trial version of MS Platinum 13. I've enjoyed using the software and it's mostly satisfied my needs to create simple videos. However, I am now struggling to decide whether to buy the full version or purchase MS Platinum 12 Suite (which is cheaper). Would anyone please be kind enough to recommend what would be better for me?
***** Hi Movie Studio Zen! Thank you for your reply! I'll follow your advice and try to get v13 of the Suite. Would you happen to know how long the licenses granted by Sony for v12/v13 software lasts for? Are we forced to renew annually? Is it mandatory to upgrade when the next version arrives?
Hey! I have another question for you...Does Sony movie studio platinum 13 come with any sound effects, loops & samples, music etc...anything? Or is that only sony movie studio suite? Thanks alot!
when you create a proxy video for a video scene, do you have to create it for all the scenes. If this is the case it would take forever. I'm new with this software and I just imported some videos and created the proxy for the first one and it took a long time.
I'm just editing , kinda don't know how. But would this be best for me? I've already accomplished how to add clips and sound clips , never figured out how to add subtitles yet.
Movie Studio Platinum 13 can have up to 20x Video tracks and 20x Audio tracks. On those tracks you can import as many videos as you like. I recommend buying "Movie Studio Suite 13", which comes with extra programs and tonnes of bonus features.
Great mini-seminar - as always. When I got an email telling me you'd uploaded a video, I scooted to UA-cam. 21 minutes later, I had answers to questions I didn't know I had! I mean, I didn't even know Studio Platinum 13 had been released. You answered my REALLY big question: will Studio Platinum 13 edit 4K footage? It can? Swell, because I am going to be going 4K by the end of this year. It'a actually EXTREMELY smart how Sony thought, "Hey! What's the point of selling the future of digital movie making without a way to edit it?" Upgrade time and thank YOU! Have a good and happy year.
Many thanks Dexter, as usual a great video. I'm very happy with version 12 and no playback problems. The toytown touch buttons on v13 look silly - and the ever- present blue box around the mouse curser rather irritating. I hope version 14 will have an option for the v12 button layout. This layout wastes valuable screen space - and would anybody really choose to edit via a touchscreen?
Is there a way to enlarge the Preview window? I wanted to correct a sound sync issue in a video but found the preview window to small to see the actors lips move as I attempted to match the dialogue to the actors. Any tricks to matching out of sync dialogue?
Funny thing is I could render 4k video 15 years ago with free software (virtualdub etc) and it always annoys me when commercial software limits things like resolution and frame rate. 4k video could have been supported day 1 of vegas 1, if not in a template, at least with ADVANCED>Custom> option. Not that anyone needed a 4k video 15 years ago, but I don't want companies trying to decide what I need and then leaving off other options. I have 13 now and I am very happy to have learned about the new proxy editing feature, that is great.
Hi Derek, Long time....By chance I came across this video as I started looking for an update to Vegas Movie Studio Platinum HD 10. Your review here was very helpful, so thanks. One question, though, is it possible to transfere a project from my previous version onto this one. I tried a simple cut/paste but without success. Hope all is well with you otherwise. Andrew
Movie Studio is not a screen capture program. I recommend Open Broadcaster Software as the best free screen capture you can use. There are plenty of YT tutorials showing how to use it.
I have a question...when I go to titles & texts usually all of them show up on the side like yours did but mine doesnt show them for some reason...I actually have to go to animation & actually select it from there...how do i get them to show up on the side like it shows on your screen at time 11:03...Thanks!!!
dear mr ZEN - i have little PC knowledge ... just getting started, smiles ... please tell me how can i record a youtube video with my sony movie studio 11 ?? can i have a youtube video running and press record somewhere and then store it on my PC ? thanx for your help, chris
Thanks for making this. I would like to know, if I was to make an animation film of Studio Ghibli quality, which program should I use to put all my layers together, create complex panning, stereoscopic effects, etc. and to produce it? (Where I use mainly Photoshop CC to create the art: frames, layers and image sequences, other audio programs to create and master most of my audio. ) Sony Vages Pro? or Sony Movie Studio? or is there anything else you could recommend. I have experience with Sony Vages Pro 10 and can do linear panning, rotating, etc. in a space, and render and can move the video/pictures again to get the desired camera effect, but that means double or triple rendering of these linear graphs to achieve these more complex camera effects, such as to make a windmill or wheel to spin and move across screen. I've played with Adobe Flash Professional CC which can do more complex movements in one go with video/pictures but I want this feature in my main production software like Vages Pro. Cheers if you can help. I'm in no rush at all. :)
When I mean 'space', I mean 2D space. By 'animation', I mean hand drawn style animation. And by 'render' I mean rendering a video/image-sequence out of Vages Pro. Which I then drag back into Vages Pro. (And then I have to go through another transformation+render). Maybe there is something new in Vages Pro 13? which I'l eventually get. Or even in Vages Pro 10 there might be something to achieve what I want.... but I don't think so.
Can I put a video within a video (and crop the 2nd video) with this program? Can I have multi videos within a video? Also I have a windows laptop. Is there anything I need on my laptop if I download this program?! Please reply thank you!
So I tried the program and the buttons are huge! I mean it looks good enough but the buttons are just too big for my laptop with a 1300+ by 760+ screen. Also the bug where the Titles & Text doesn't recognize the fonts I have so I have to use the Legacy Text.
I tried the free trial and made a video with two types of volumes and after I click on make movie and after its done rendering, it only plays one volume, is the program like this or is this just the trial?
Thanks for the review MovieStudioZen. I'm really glad I watched your video before upgrading. Gotta say I'm pretty horrified at the new look of Movie Studio! So they changed the look & layout just for the people that might be using touch screen devices?! Surely the vast majority of Movie Studio users will still be using a mouse, and even those with touch screen PCs would still choose to use a mouse for accuracy?
What is the difference between this and vegas pro 13? Can i do ripples and add overlays such as other special affects from the internet? Hope you reply
Read and watch this comparison article/video here: www.moviestudiozen.com/free-tutorials/sony-vegas-pro/512-sony-vegas-pro-12-vs-movie-studio-platinum-12
+Movie Studio Zen thanks, i got the program and if u look at my newest video i used it. When i am looking at it in the preview how come it lags, can u do a tutorial on hot to fix it!
Very strange that Movie studio 12 is completely absent from that download link, it goes from 13 to 11. Even when I click download update at the top movie studio 12 is not there, but don't worry I went into movie studio 12 about and clicked on update and it sent me right to a page with build 1183. Very strange this omission is present on their download page.
can this program still world without a touch screen? i really want to buy this and i have a lap top, will i still be able to work with it even though my screen is not a touch screen?
How many extra video/audio tracks can you add to a project? Is it just one or two extra or can you add as many as you want?
It boggles my mind how a company could produce a near perfect helmet camera like the Sony as100v, allow it to shoot excellent XAVC-S, then require you to "upgrade" to an inferior product to get full benefits from XAVC-S. The layout and the fade tool killed it for me, and I'm glad you pointed out those differences. If you're looking at this product, definitely try the demo first to see if you can deal with the new layout. Excellent review of the program!
It's your attention to detail, as shown in your extended video description, that makes me a Dex fan. Keep up the good work, Mike
I legit got an ad that was over a minute and there was no skip button -_- this is what I get for turning off adblock
Thanks for the review and welcome back. 13 looks like a nice step up from my Platinum 10 version, especially the proxy feature.
Amazing review!! Clear, concise and informative. I was really confused as to which piece of software to buy, and you gave a neat run down of all three packages and explained MSP 13 really well! Thank you so much!!
Cheers :)
Great tutorial. Thank you!
HELLO I use widows movie maker for editing my youtube videos .. I am looking for something better .. would you recommend this Movie Studio Platinum 13 or Movie Studio 13 .. .. that ''does not'' say platinum .. what is the difference I am so confused .. I am just looking for something that is not too complicated to figure out .. but also does great work like picture in picture and split screen options ??.. please help THANKS SO MUCH ;-) I want to go get this today .. but I dont know which is better
DO NOT get Movie Studio 13 - this is too basic and will frustrate you.
I recommend Movie Studio Platinum 13 or Movie Studio Suite 13.
Movie Studio Suite 13 comes with Movie Studio Platinum 13, extra programs and bonus features.
***** OH OK Thank you for responding .. So get Movie Studio Platinum 13??..ok I will check to see if its at best buy .. and can I ask you if I download it onto my computer that I have right now ... Will I be able to put it on my next computer that I will be getting in like 2 more months Thanks so much for your help
goldmouth100 Sony Movie Studio and Vegas Pro are in transition right now, because Magix.com has bought most of Sony's software products. New versions of Movie Studio will be released next year. If you live in the USA, Amazon normally has the best prices for Movie Studio Platinum 13 and Movie Studio Suite 13. You can buy a boxed copy of either, but can't buy as a download through Amazon because of the company takeover.
What you can still do for now, is download the free trial direct from Sony and start using it. If you buy a boxed version, you can then activate the trial later.
www.sonycreativesoftware.com/homestudio
For an extra $25, I still recommend the Suite version on Amazon, because you will get a HUGE amount of extra goodies!
Glad to have you back mate. Cheers
***** So overall, is it worth it upgrading from Platinum 12?
can either of u recommend a suite which handles mp4 files??..have looked through all comments 2 no aveil:0)help!..
How are the rendering times on this software? I had Vegas 10 platinum and it took 10+ minutes to render each minute of footage. Even on a very good laptop meant for gaming and video editing.. Are the rendering times better here?
Derek - the 2 absolute best things worth it for getting Movie Studio 13 - Proxy vid and Color Match if you are using 2 or more cameras
Hi, great review. Thanks for taking the time and making this review. It helped me a lot.
Hello Movie Studio Zen, thanks so much for this review.
I only have 1 question, how many timelines are you allowed to have on this software? I'm currently abit behind on Sony Movie Studio 9 which only allows for 4 video timelines and 4 audio timelines which to be honest is very awful as I make projects that require many layers.
Does this 1 only have 4 or can it have more?
***** 20!? That's amazing, definitely worth the upgrade, thanks.
Is this better than Premiere Elements (aside from rendering time)? I watched a few tutorials on Elements and can't get motivated to learn it. I'm upgrading from iMovie on my phone and (hate it) Windows Movie maker. I'm looking for ease of use, intuitive design and function, 4k support and ability to make intro/outro and cool overlay titles during video. Also how do you do picture in picture?
There are a large number of similar programs you can choose from now and they all have similar functions. I still think Movie Studio Platinum is easier to learn and more intuitive than most of the competition, however some other programs tend to have more "bling" like pre-made templates. Cyberlink Powerdirector is another good option, if you want heaps of pre-made templates.
If you decide on Movie Studio, I recommend Movie Studio Platinum Suite 13, because it comes with many bonus features like a cool Titling program. Movie Studio can do all the things you are asking. There is a new version coming out in February, v14.
Download the free trial for MSP13 and try it out.
This tutorial will show you how to create different sized video windows:
www.moviestudiozen.com/free-tutorials/sony-vegas-pro/546-multi-screen-video-fx-sony-vegas-pro
Movie Studio Zen Thanks! I contacted the company & they have an offer where u can get a free upgrade to 14 when it comes out. Do you know if I can change the background to black in 13? I don't like the grey...
For some reason this just seems more fun to use than premiere. (I already own Premiere Elements 15 - I just get overwhelmed by thinking about how long it will take to learn it and edit with it!)
No you can't change the colour of desktop to black.
I'm glad you're back Dex xxx
In your opinion do the new features in version 13 outweigh the dumbed down user interface?
Do you already own an older version? If so which one?
V13 is over 2 years old now. If you edit 4K video, you need V13.
Sony has sold out their software to Magix.com
Magix will be releasing V14 in Northern Hemisphere fall. Might be best to wait and see what the new program looks like.
Thanks for your quick response. I don't own an older version. I asked my question because I have a source where I can buy either the regular edition (not the Suite) of version 13 platinum, or for 10.00 more, the "Suite" edition of version 12. I don't do 4K and I don't have a touch screen.
If you have never used the program before, I recommend Movie Studio Suite 12 or 13. These are the best value versions, because they both come with extra programs and bonus features. There is nothing wrong with V13.
Hey Derek, I used your tutorial videos for Vegas 11 platinum a couple of years ago when I started taking my youtube channel a bit more seriously, they were very helpful.
My laptop HDD dies last week and I fear I may have to restart from scratch. I'm thinking about upgrading my Vegas. Is it worth upgrading to 13, or is there a 14 coming out some time soon? Also, would you consider the differences between 11 and 13 worthy of an upgrade?
Thanks for the video. I finally upgraded from Platinum 8.0. This gave me a good idea of some of the changes.
Excellent review and good to see you back in harness!
Hi Derek , after purchasing and slowly getting used to using the program I now need custom toolbar or a way to get to "selection edit tool" is there a quicker way than going through the edit menu? Awesome videos thanks Brett
Thanks for your tutorials, I have now figured out how to do the basics in Movie Studio where once I was lost! I don't suppose you have any on using Sound Forge Audio Studio to edit the sound on my videos?
i might be getting this on thursday so untill then im watching a bunch of videos just to be sure, this has helped me a lot to make a decision. im about 99% sure im getting this.
Are you able to do zoom in and slow-mo with movie studio? If you can, could you make a tutorial on it?
How do I just put a caption on a video so you can still see the video perfectly. Simple text on the screen. Thanks!
Thanks for the response, but the software looks totally different. I just have movie studio 13, not platinum!? I can only get a title screen, or a cross fade over a fading video, but not simple captions. I appreciate the help!
It has a lot of gadgets on the basic. I really don't need anything too complicated. You'd think that the basic one would be able to do this. All tutorials are for platinum :-/ how much is the upgrade?
Tom Allsopp sonycreativesoftware.com has other sofware to put in text look under studio
Can you slow-mo certain parts? I just got the program yesterday and I want to know what I can use.
Informative video. Looking for something to edit my GoPro videos and got too frustrated with Adobe. Do you think the Sony 13 Platinum would work well for GoPro's?
Been using MS12 for past two years--64bit 8gig quadcore. Over 100 20 min+ videos, Two video tracks, pip, effects, transition etc,1080p..mono track....Downloaded ms13 and edited&rendered first video today. Yes layout diff but this version is faster in edits and preview...no jitters lag. Render seems slightly faster. Your review convinced me to upgrade. Thanks. Thank goodness sony fixed the h265 dll issue...imports seemless
My first movie camera was 8mm FILM, then I stepped up to 8mm Sound, BetaMax, Hi8, Mini DV tapes, so I've been supporting the industry for a while, Grandad had 16mm. Anyway thank you for these tutorials, I've been on the fence between this and Cyberlink Director 13. I have converted all my films and tapes to DVD, which one should I choose. I like the basic fade, titles, sound adjusting. Not looking for Gone with the Wind. Thanks
Amazing tutorial. Thank you. I am looking forward to buy the Suite version ^^
I have a problem with the preview window :( It is just showing the "Play" Botton
I unstalled the program twice :,( It is very hard to edit without a pause, replay etc
Good to see you again, Derek! And I'm still on version 10 Movie Studio HD Platinum, but I've been meaning to upgrade. Thanks for this review, but most importantly: are you healing properly? Hope all is well ;) Best to you!
Great review thanks. One question, how do you get the smaller icons on the bottom? What I mean is the normal, envelope and fade buttons etc. They are a lot bigger on my screen. thanks
SO QUESTION! is Movie Studio Platinum Vegas & Sony the same thing? loll or are they 2 different editors?! which one is better?
Alexx Beautyxo they are kinda the same. Pro is better but studio will get the job done very well and goes for around 30 dollars on Amazon instead of 200 or more.
Hey, I'm looking foward to buy a Video Editor, but, wich one should I choose? I'm really indecisive between PowerDirector 13 or Sony Movie Studio Platinum 13! Please help xD
I meant to say 1184 64 bit build. Done and done, thanks!
I got this through Steam with Sound Forge Audio and Acid music software bundle. One day only price of $50. Never used software like this before. I'm still learning what it can do. This video was very informative! Thank you for uploading it!
Thanks :)
Make sure to watch my beginners guide tutorial:
www.moviestudiozen.com/free-tutorials/sony-movie-studio-platinum/521-beginners-guide-movie-studio-platinum-13
If it wasn't for your comment I would have never thought of searching this software on steam.
AND THANK YOU! Both Platinum and Suite are way cheaper on steam than on their official website (which is pretty rare)
Hey I have two questions!
1. Should I buy it from Steam or the site?
2. Should I still buy it after the Magix took over it?
1. The Steam version does NOT include all the same features as website version - steam has some limitations.
2. Nothing wrong with Magix. NEW Vegas Movie Studio Platinum 14 will be released in next 2 weeks. I suggest you wait for arrival of version 14 and check it out!
Hi Derek, I was thinking of getting this for making youtube videos since it's pretty cheap and has all the feature's I need. I currently use a cracked sony vegas pro 11 and was wondering if you would recommend me getting this? I feel guilty and don't like getting stuff for free. If you recommend me getting this, do you think I should wait for Movie Studio 14?
Thanks.
thanks for the tip and help.
and do I still get to upgrade and discount offers if I buy the Packaged version instead of download version?
cool :)
Hey please tell me how you got Sony Vegas pro for free? I don't like getting stuff for free either but I need Sony Vegas pro but I can't afford it D: please tell me
Thanks :)
I can imagine your videos being really useful, no doubt I'll be referring to them when I edit my footage.
I've been using free editors up until now, this will be a bit of a learning curve.
Make sure to check out the Movie Studio Zen website and become a member of the free forum, where you can ask questions.
Thanks for the tip on docking the clip editor...very helpful ;)
Great channel and good work! A quick question. On your review, you indicate that Platinum has the proxy editing feature. However, on the Sony website / product comparisons, it seems to indicate that ONLY the PRO versions have proxy editing. Were you using the PRO version in your review, or are the Sony specs incorrect? Thanks!
Thanks for this, I knew I could count on you to help me decide :)
How many licenses/installs are included with Movie Studio 13? I have two computers, and I'd like to have it installed on both at the same time because one is better and more useful than the other.
Thanx for the review. One thing that erks me in the older version that i have is no "Smart Render" i.e. When I import a series of .mts files to the timeline, add a title and transitions and render back to my hard disk it goes and re-renders the entire file. Other programs I've tried just copy those non changed sections and only render portions that have changed like transitions and titles. Does this new version have this "Smart Render" feature??
Hey movie zen studio, should I buy it on steam or on the official sony page?
nice video, helped me alot
The steam version is not the same complete version.
One example: With normal version you can open the program multiple times "at the same time" and copy media from one project into a different one. Steam version does not allow this. Steam also does not come with DVD Architect (I think?).
Please know that new version is being released next month. There is another deal here, where you can buy v13 and get free upgrade to v14 when it is released.
www.vegascreativesoftware.com/us/newsletter/vegas-movie-studio-platinum-version-14-for-free/#productMenu
Hey Movie studio Zen. I don't uderstand why that deal is better?
Can you edit and export in 60fps?
Thanks for the video.But From what I saw there was no 1080p 60 fps in the project properties :(
Watch this tutorial:
www.moviestudiozen.com/free-tutorials/sony-movie-studio-platinum/543-how-to-render-60p-video-movie-studio-platinum
***** Ok thanks . I purchased it yesterday on steam :)
Hello Derek, Thank you for posting these tutorials. I am a beginner and this is my first video editing software purchase. You have made life so much easier but the best advice was to save the work constantly bc the program is prone to crash. Mine does so all the time. Well actually it will put up a message box saying the audio files have a problem and I need to select another one. It will do so through all of those files. But if I quit the program through the task manager and restart, all is well. So luckily I followed your advice and I save after I import every file and as I go along adding to the timeline.
This brings me to my question which I can't find the answer for anywhere. I have prepared v=everything in sections. I wrote my narration and recorded each separately. With each section of audio narration I also have a music file, lots of short video files, and the original audio for those video files which I move to a bottom row where the sound is muted. There are also a few text files in a few places on the timeline. My issue is that I have completed the first 6 or so segments but now I think I may want to rearrange them or even move the whole section over a fraction of a second. I know if I hold down either the Shift or Control key I can highlight the files in the timeline that I click on. I tried to move them but when i did instead of moving the files over a copy of all the files was made. So how do I do this and do I need to highlight all the files on the different rows of the timeline to get them all to move together or can I just highlight the video files and everything in the space (in the rows above and below) will also move too? Sorry I'm really terrible with being concise. Please let me know when you have the time. I hope you do not mind and thank you in advance. Enjoy the holiday season if you are into that. Peace.
Hi MSZ, thanks for an informative video review here. After perservering with Video Pad "Professional" (their words) for 4 years, I'm looking for a faster and more stable editor. VP has everything I need regarding features, but it is just so pedantic and slow when pre-processing. And continually needs to be re-installed to run properly (always crashes or hangs up for up to 10 minutes !). Trouble is, I am still persisting with Win XP which I like. I am wondering if this Sony Movie Studio or other similar middle-road editing software is compatible with XP? Or am I best to bite it and upgrade to Win 7 or 8 ? VP also has an annoying problem when rendering into MP4, often the image colours distort/run in segments of the clip and I am wondering if this is a universal problem with low priced software or just happens with VP? Thanks.
ADDED: I have just discovered the MSZ forum so I will also post this question on there
Please answer: After putting in a video, can you record voiceover in this program?
Would you recommend this for an Amv (anime movie video) or just good quality, effect pact, videos in general? Thanks for your time😊
Yes.
Than you for your opinion!
Do you know if the newblue come with the Suite version? I want them but if the Platinum version doesn't have them, I might be forced to get the Suite. I am particularly interested in the PiP.
***** Thank you for your reply. Much appreciated. I ended up buying the upgrade version of the 13 suite. I am downloading now the several extras files. I just hope I won't have problem installing the suite on a different computer than the one I have 10 installed on. (upgrade version and all).
Again, thank you man, great videos.
***** Good to know, thanks.
Okay, so what does the sound thing come with? Ways to make my own music? I would like that a lot but would not like to pay the whole fee for the whole entire suite, what should I do? What would you recommend?
I won't be able to get all this stuff till late Junuary to beginning of February when I am restarting my UA-cam channel
I've been a user of MS HDP 11 for several years and have been reluctant to use version 13. I do a lot of pan & cropping of overlays in my videos. One aggravating thing about V 13 is this giant video event FX window. Is there any way to default that window to a smaller size? BTW enjoyed your tutorial and thanks in advance.
***** Yes I'm aware of that, but is there a way to change the default size of the window?
Thank you, will be my editing choice as the bigger programs for 4K are way to expensive. Just need to sort out what settings I need to have to convert the film for YTube. Great that you can make a low quality version on the fly.
Would you know what codec I should use, the film will come from the new Phantum 3 professional.
***** Oh, thank you for the tip. I now understand that Sony AVC should be better for people with Nvidia cards for rendering speed, yet
that the first choice should be "Main Concept AVC or Wind Media Video" I will have to try all routes. Thanks for the reply.
My problem is that the program crashes on me when loading the raw film from the PC, so do not get to step 2!
I have a top end system i7-2600K CDU 3.70GHz. A GTX 970 etc. 8 GB memory should be enough right? Can render out 1080 np, so program seems stable.
***** It was weird, problem solved now thx, seems it had been damaged between transfer?
As it now will not open on the HD either. The 1080 version left in the drones app still works, yet the 4K is now lost.
The other 4K clips import ok now, I gave up too soon! Thx anyway.
There are so few that have a 4K monitor, maybe it´s a waist of time anyway? No, I will not give up!!
sir how to bring back screen preview as before
I only can insert video track and audio track
I can't get my bar tools maker
plz help sir
Thank you so much sir its was really helpful
Sir u rock 😁
Would you recommend this software for machinimas?
Thanks for the detailed review. I was considering upgrading to this version from Movie Studio HD 9, but I wanted to know the differences first and whether it was worth upgrading. The interface looks really ugly compared to my older version, wish there was two separate interfaces for "computer" and "touch screen" so we don't need to use the large buttons that just look like clutter. I guess it's worth the upgrade though, since I am in need of a newer video editor.
How stable would you say this software is with different types of media files(e.g. .MOV, .mp4 and .wmv files)? My previous version would always have problems editing and saving MOV files.
***** I'm testing out a trial version and the software actually feels okay to use. I was just a bit worried about the stability since I had problems using video files from my SLR camera and editing/rendering them.
I did get an email from Sony about that promotion and that's why I'm considering to upgrade now while I can get it at a lower price.
Comparing the Platinum version with the Suite, what features would you say make the Suite worth buying over Platinum?
Does this allow masking in the crop tool or is that still a Pro-only feature? Sony's site makes it seem like it does just without curves.
***** Thanks for the quick reply, good to know. Not much attraction to upgrade though for me since the touch layout looks really messy.
Great review of the product - of course I would expect no less from the Zen master :) BTW - good to see you posting. Now I'm on to watch the one on Suite 13.
all of my added; fonts, plugins and other add ons in my other version,... will that be lost in the upgrade?
Where do you go to get more video effects? Any links will be a great help.
Thanks very much.
Version 12 Platinum Suite vs Version 13 Platinum?
Hey everyone,
I've recently completed my trial version of MS Platinum 13. I've enjoyed using the software and it's mostly satisfied my needs to create simple videos. However, I am now struggling to decide whether to buy the full version or purchase MS Platinum 12 Suite (which is cheaper).
Would anyone please be kind enough to recommend what would be better for me?
***** Hi Movie Studio Zen!
Thank you for your reply! I'll follow your advice and try to get v13 of the Suite.
Would you happen to know how long the licenses granted by Sony for v12/v13 software lasts for? Are we forced to renew annually? Is it mandatory to upgrade when the next version arrives?
Thank. God.
And thank you, sir, for your help!
Except the new layout, I see some nice improvements, specially the fade tool, proxy video and to be able to move windows without snapping everywhere.
What are you recording with?
What is the different between pan/crop and track motion tool?
Hey! I have another question for you...Does Sony movie studio platinum 13
come with any sound effects, loops & samples, music etc...anything? Or is that only sony movie studio suite? Thanks alot!
Thank you!! You are the best! You always answer any questions that I have. xoxo Jenna
when you create a proxy video for a video scene, do you have to create it for all the scenes. If this is the case it would take forever. I'm new with this software and I just imported some videos and created the proxy for the first one and it took a long time.
is studio 13 and vegas pretty much the same ? editing wise, not all that super fancy stuff
I'm just editing , kinda don't know how. But would this be best for me? I've already accomplished how to add clips and sound clips , never figured out how to add subtitles yet.
Okay thank you, I'll go check it out for sure
ey thanks derek um quick question before i buy this software (make or brake) does it limit the amount of layers you can have?
Movie Studio Platinum 13 can have up to 20x Video tracks and 20x Audio tracks.
On those tracks you can import as many videos as you like.
I recommend buying "Movie Studio Suite 13", which comes with extra programs and tonnes of bonus features.
Does sapphire plugins work for movie studio platinum 13 or just sony vegas
Great mini-seminar - as always. When I got an email telling me you'd uploaded a video, I scooted to UA-cam. 21 minutes later, I had answers to questions I didn't know I had! I mean, I didn't even know Studio Platinum 13 had been released.
You answered my REALLY big question: will Studio Platinum 13 edit 4K footage? It can? Swell, because I am going to be going 4K by the end of this year. It'a actually EXTREMELY smart how Sony thought, "Hey! What's the point of selling the future of digital movie making without a way to edit it?"
Upgrade time and thank YOU! Have a good and happy year.
Does it need a beefy computer? I have a Dell inspiring 5000 4 gigs of ram
+Kilos I would not say "beefy" but 8gigs of ram would be better but 4gigs can work if you dont mind waiting a bit
Haha thanks!
Can any of these programmes edit 4K videos?
Many thanks Dexter, as usual a great video.
I'm very happy with version 12 and no playback problems. The toytown touch buttons on v13 look silly - and the ever- present blue box around the mouse curser rather irritating.
I hope version 14 will have an option for the v12 button layout. This layout wastes valuable screen space - and would anybody really choose to edit via a touchscreen?
Is there a way to enlarge the Preview window? I wanted to correct a sound sync issue in a video but found the preview window to small to see the actors lips move as I attempted to match the dialogue to the actors. Any tricks to matching out of sync dialogue?
Can you split screen in this software? So I can have two separate camera angles in one frame?
Just wondering, is there a way to track the motion of a single clip, thus creating the ability to add multiple track motions while on the same track?
+Movie Studio Zen Thanks for the help :D
there is any difference between this version with the steam powered version?
Funny thing is I could render 4k video 15 years ago with free software (virtualdub etc) and it always annoys me when commercial software limits things like resolution and frame rate. 4k video could have been supported day 1 of vegas 1, if not in a template, at least with ADVANCED>Custom> option. Not that anyone needed a 4k video 15 years ago, but I don't want companies trying to decide what I need and then leaving off other options. I have 13 now and I am very happy to have learned about the new proxy editing feature, that is great.
I want to use sony vegas but I also don't want to spend a lot of money. Which version of sony vegas can record video games?
Hi Derek,
Long time....By chance I came across this video as I started looking for an update to Vegas Movie Studio Platinum HD 10. Your review here was very helpful, so thanks. One question, though, is it possible to transfere a project from my previous version onto this one. I tried a simple cut/paste but without success. Hope all is well with you otherwise.
Andrew
*****
Thanks, Derek, appreciate your time and advice.
Best
Andrew
can you capture what you're playing on pc? or let's say using a program for drawing?can you do a time lapse with it of a drawing?
Movie Studio is not a screen capture program.
I recommend Open Broadcaster Software as the best free screen capture you can use. There are plenty of YT tutorials showing how to use it.
I have a question...when I go to titles & texts usually all of them show up on the side like yours did but mine doesnt show them for some reason...I actually have to go to animation & actually select it from there...how do i get them to show up on the side like it shows on your screen at time 11:03...Thanks!!!
I did that & it still didnt add all of the titles & texts! Anything else I can try?
You should explain what the tools do
can i use this program to drag png images of blunts or glasses onto stuff?
Yes you can import .png files saved on a transparent background (alpha channel).
Can you edit with Elgato captured footage. Elgato is a video game recording software.
10:35 just listened and did little excited claps. Yah!!! :D
dear mr ZEN - i have little PC knowledge ... just getting started, smiles ... please tell me how can i record a youtube video with my sony movie studio 11 ?? can i have a youtube video running and press record somewhere and then store it on my PC ? thanx for your help, chris
3:39 HAHAHAHAHA LOL!!! WHAT A FUNNY JOKE MAN joking not funny but good video! postive!! :-)
I forgot all about that! lol :)
Thanks for making this.
I would like to know, if I was to make an animation film of Studio Ghibli quality,
which program should I use to put all my layers together, create complex panning, stereoscopic effects, etc. and to produce it? (Where I use mainly Photoshop CC to create the art: frames, layers and image sequences, other audio programs to create and master most of my audio. ) Sony Vages Pro? or Sony Movie Studio? or is there anything else you could recommend. I have experience with Sony Vages Pro 10 and can do linear panning, rotating, etc. in a space, and render and can move the video/pictures again to get the desired camera effect, but that means double or triple rendering of these linear graphs to achieve these more complex camera effects, such as to make a windmill or wheel to spin and move across screen. I've played with Adobe Flash Professional CC which can do more complex movements in one go with video/pictures but I want this feature in my main production software like Vages Pro.
Cheers if you can help. I'm in no rush at all. :)
When I mean 'space', I mean 2D space.
By 'animation', I mean hand drawn style animation.
And by 'render' I mean rendering a video/image-sequence out of Vages Pro. Which I then drag back into Vages Pro. (And then I have to go through another transformation+render). Maybe there is something new in Vages Pro 13? which I'l eventually get. Or even in Vages Pro 10 there might be something to achieve what I want.... but I don't think so.
Can I put a video within a video (and crop the 2nd video) with this program? Can I have multi videos within a video? Also I have a windows laptop. Is there anything I need on my laptop if I download this program?! Please reply thank you!
So I tried the program and the buttons are huge! I mean it looks good enough but the buttons are just too big for my laptop with a 1300+ by 760+ screen. Also the bug where the Titles & Text doesn't recognize the fonts I have so I have to use the Legacy Text.
***** Well Sony Vegas does fit nicely. Movie Studio just seems crowded.
Can you do a video of how to blur a face in SVMS 13
I tried the free trial and made a video with two types of volumes and after I click on make movie and after its done rendering, it only plays one volume, is the program like this or is this just the trial?
***** Its ok I figured it out, thanks though. Great videos, keep up the great work!
Thanks for the review MovieStudioZen. I'm really glad I watched your video before upgrading. Gotta say I'm pretty horrified at the new look of Movie Studio! So they changed the look & layout just for the people that might be using touch screen devices?! Surely the vast majority of Movie Studio users will still be using a mouse, and even those with touch screen PCs would still choose to use a mouse for accuracy?
What is the difference between this and vegas pro 13? Can i do ripples and add overlays such as other special affects from the internet? Hope you reply
Read and watch this comparison article/video here:
www.moviestudiozen.com/free-tutorials/sony-vegas-pro/512-sony-vegas-pro-12-vs-movie-studio-platinum-12
+Movie Studio Zen thanks, i got the program and if u look at my newest video i used it. When i am looking at it in the preview how come it lags, can u do a tutorial on hot to fix it!
would you suggest this for making like youtube montages???
+Movie Studio Zen oh ok thank you very much mate :)
Very strange that Movie studio 12 is completely absent from that download link, it goes from 13 to 11. Even when I click download update at the top movie studio 12 is not there, but don't worry I went into movie studio 12 about and clicked on update and it sent me right to a page with build 1183. Very strange this omission is present on their download page.
can this program still world without a touch screen? i really want to buy this and i have a lap top, will i still be able to work with it even though my screen is not a touch screen?
well thats a huge relief! thank you so much and great video! does it crash at all? like when you download files for your project?