23 August 2012

Popular Free Video Editing Software

Post an exciting vacation, the first thing we look forward is to view the pictures and videos that we shot during the trip. Though photos need no editing as such, videos at times tend to have some issues like audio hassles, bad lightings or at times we might even want to merge two or more clips to create cinema- style home videos. And, it is obvious that we can’t prefer original software that cost a fortune. So, for amateur video editors like us, there are loads of free Video editing software available over the internet and some of the bests are mentioned below. Check them out:



Windows Movie Maker:

    This is one of the most popular and the convenient video editing software for Windows users. It’s easy to use interface and drag and drop features make it one of the simplest software till date. The timeline feature in this software allows for easy trimming and marking of video files. Furthermore, it also offers several impressive transition effects, video effects like invert, blur, film grain, slow-mo and much more. You can add titles and credits to your movie and even add music files or recorded audio clips to give an overlaying narration. Thus, it is a great app if you want to give a perfect cinema-style finishing touch to your works. Available for Windows 7, Vista and by default in XP.

Wax:

    Wax is one of the most flexible video editing software that allows you to even add special effects to your videos and clips. This freeware, apart from offering the basic video editing options also offers several 3D effects such as explosion, ability to mask objects and shapes, load 3D mesh, create particle effects like rain, smoke and fog and even add 3D effects to your texts. It is compatible with files that have an extension of “.avi” and accepts most of the image formats. So, this comprehensive software is for those of you who want to include several special effects to your videos and give your clips a look - extraordinaire!

HyperEngine - AV:

    This cross-platform video editing software allows you to capture, store, edit and create movies that can be later burned onto a DVD and used by players. It offers several high quality effects and transitions to choose from and even has a section to add credits and titles. Though, it supports multiple platforms, it is considered to be most suitable for Mac.

Virtual Dub:

    Virtual Dub is an open source video editing software that has prevailed over several years. Few of the interesting features of the software are its regular update that keeps you updated with latest effects and features and the second thing is that it allows you to download and install several third party filters and effects to give your work a professional look. It allows batch-processing, which means you can import multiple clips at a time and work together. So, make sure you have one copy of Virtual Dub installed in your system.

Blender:

    Now, this is one software that can be much useful when you have some basic knowledge about editing and 3D animation. This free software, apart from offering the basic editing tools and feature, also offers several cool animating features like modeling, rigging, character creation, rendering, simulation and much more. Blender is cross platform, which means that regardless of the Operating system you use, this software will work just fine. So, for those of you are looking for video editing software with Maya style features (for free), make sure you have this on your carts!

Pinnacle VideoSpin:

    A single look at the interface is all enough for you to comprehend on its awesomeness. It’s flashy and creatively crafted User interface familiarizes you with its options and features in no time. It offers a complete set of editing tools that are suitable for both professionals and amateurs alike.  Designed for Windows, this is sure to meet all your video editing needs.
Some of the other notable free video editors include Movica, Avidemux and much more. Compare and select any of these software and give your clips the perfection you wanted! If you have any other editing software that you want to mention, share them with your comments below!

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