What is the best way to transfer HD-quality video to a PC?

Question

I have recently bought a Canon HV20e HD camcorder, and am wondering what leads/cables I need to transfer HD-quality video onto my hard-drive for editing - thanks in advance for any advice!!

Answer 1

Video Editing app supports HD may have 1 month trial

               http://www.ulead.com/vs/compare2.htm

or if you're on Vista, Movie Maker  in the Home Premium & Ultimate versions support using & making high definition files

Capture video stream via firewire

Answer 2

The de-facto standard to transfer digital video to a PC is the firewire (also labeled I-link, S-400 or IEEE 1394) connection. Your PC needs to have a firewire port (or buy a firewire PCI card and install it). First check the connectors because firewire uses different connectors (small 4p used in the camera and laptops or big 6p used in most desktops). Then go to your store and get a firewire cable with the right connectors i.e. 4p-6p firewire cable.

You'll need software also. XP includes moviemaker but it doesn't support HD so you'll have to look for something more pro like Sony Vegas or Adobe Premier

Answer 3

It should show you how to do it in the manual