Canon digi camcorder with imac?

Question

im trying to link my canon mv6i digicam to my imac but the apple software doesnt see it. im using a usb1 connection, does that matter? do i have to load the cannon software on to my imac ( its rubbish software) i woud sooner use apple software

a bit vague i no but some one out there is a wizard with these thing & put me right

many thanks

Answer 1

Usually with DV camcorders, USB is to transfer still images only. Video is transferred (and the whole camera controlled) by Firewire. Not sure if that model has Firewire, but most do.

Answer 2

You need to connect it with a 4 - 6 pin firewire cable in order for iMovie to recognize it.