How can i edit film thats on a tape, Video camera question?

Question

i have a video camera have no clue what type cuz i dont have it atm. but it records to a small video tape and the only thing i can think of it have like the video output like video games the red yellow and white plug in. like if i recorded something how could i get that on my computer to make a better edited video

Answer 1

my wild guess is..it's a miniDV or digi-8 vcam.

a miniDV or digi-8 vcam must be FIREWIRE**-connected to a pc to upload video thru video capture or video editing* application while vcam is on playback. Before cable** purchase, note: Firewire port of vcam is 4pin...check the firewire port of PC whether 4 or 6 pin. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Firewire

for starters, free Windows Movie Maker* (XP-wmm2 & Vista-wmm6) provides simple & easy way to learn the ropes < click help for details>. Upgrade to other video editing app      http://video-editing-software-review.top...     accdg. to need & skill level

Video Editing Process

>>> open wmm- start/all programs /wmm->TASK pane

..Step 1. Capture video stream to files to be edited

..Step 2. Edit- drag/drop files->timeline & enhance w/effects, transition, music & titles

..Step 3. Finish (render)- save Movie file, also save Project* file

..Step 4. Share-burn to CD (to DvD thru a DvD authoring app)

Answer 2

Does it have red, white, and yellow output jacks (like the inputs you described) on it?  If so, maybe a tv/video capture card that handles that source of signal, in your computer, could be your answer.  If you get it back, try googling the model number, then see whether there's a forum that might be able to help you better, with some technical info :-)

Answer 3

did it come with a usb cable?