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Tamron SP AF 28-75mm f/2.8 XR Di for Canon

06/15/2006 05:57:36 PM · #1

I need a program thats easy to use and will make good DVD slideshows, I want quality output, lots of transitions, motions, etc.

They (customer) are providing the photos on a CD already edited and their own music..

This is for a job I got offered, I just have to beat $200.00 that they got qouted from a business.

I was thinking of charging $175.00

Canon EOS-20D

06/15/2006 05:59:29 PM · #2

I really like ProShow Gold but that might be more than you're looking to pay if this is a one time thing.

Canon EF 24-105mm f/4.0L IS

06/15/2006 06:01:13 PM · #3

Originally posted by mk:

I really like ProShow Gold but that might be more than you're looking to pay if this is a one time thing.

I was looking at that one--

They claim to have a fully functional 15 day trial..

Beetle

Canon EOS-5D Mark II

06/15/2006 06:02:18 PM · #4

I have Pinnacle Studio 10 and have owned several previous versions.
In theory, this is a fantastic program for video footage and slideshows.
It lets you do soooo much, I love nearly everything about it.

Only thing I don't like is that it is buggy - and has been with every version. Sometimes I think it must be my fault, but I have heard a few other reports to that effect, too.
With buggy I mean it freezes up, or does something odd that it REALLY shouldn't do.

Perhaps it IS my fault, but I'd sure like to know how to fix it.
Despite the problems I have with it, there is still nothing else quite like it.

Canon EOS-20D

Tamron SP AF 28-75mm f/2.8 XR Di for Canon

06/15/2006 06:08:44 PM · #5

Originally posted by buzzrock:

Originally posted by mk:
I really like ProShow Gold but that might be more than you're looking to pay if this is a one time thing.

I was looking at that one--

They claim to have a fully functional 15 day trial..

You might want to check it out then. Tons of transitions, really easy to sync up to music, etc. I think it's great.

dolphnz8

Canon EOS-350D Rebel XT

Canon EF-S 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6

06/15/2006 06:27:49 PM · #6

Originally posted by Beetle:

It's not just you. I have it, used it 3-4 times, and ended up going back to my original NERO program. My Pinnacle has locked up on me more than I want to discuss...lost entire slideshow twice with it. The bugs are a problem for everyone so I understand. The Nero program works great for me; that is a big part of what I do for my business. It is easy to work with, good transitions(EVEN THO i LIKE THE ABUNDANCE OF THEM IN pINNACLE). JUST MY 2CENTS WORTH.

Wobble

Sony DSLR-A350

Konica Minolta AF 18-70mm f/3.5-5.6(D) DT

06/15/2006 06:41:59 PM · #7

How about the FREE PicturesToExe?

Beetle

Canon EOS-5D Mark II

Canon EF 24-105mm f/4.0L IS

06/15/2006 07:04:17 PM · #8

Originally posted by dolphnz8:

Thanks for that tip! I'll look into updating my Nero, I don't think my version 5 is quite up to it.

bryanbrazil

Sony Alpha a7R V

Sony FE 100-400mm f/4.5-5.6 GM OSS

06/15/2006 07:08:15 PM · #9

I've tried a lot of them, but my two favorites are Nero and MemoriesOnTV. Nero has fixed a lot of their problems with the last few releases.

Canon EF 100-400mm f/4.5-5.6L IS

06/15/2006 07:09:55 PM · #10

I am trying photoshow pro--
MK-- one question, there is a great "transition" menu, but the motions seems like you either have to design them yourself, or just use randomize, is there no "Motion" selections?

Stagolee

Kodak Easyshare C180

Canon EF 50mm f1.2L

06/15/2006 07:11:53 PM · #11

Originally posted by buzzrock:

It is a fully functional trial.......but it leaves a big banner across your images until you purchase the program.

By the way it is quite a good slide show software.

ellamay

Canon EOS-1D Mark II

06/15/2006 07:16:48 PM · #12

idvd and even iphoto are both quite good if you are a mac user

rex

Canon PowerShot SD780

06/15/2006 08:02:34 PM · #13

Originally posted by buzzrock:

in between your photos there should be an icon that looks like a AB with two different shades.

Click that then you have tons of transitions to chose from.

Tamron SP AF 28-75mm f/2.8 XR Di for Canon

06/15/2006 08:05:32 PM · #14

Originally posted by rex:

Originally posted by buzzrock:
I am trying photoshow pro--
MK-- one question, there is a great "transition" menu, but the motions seems like you either have to design them yourself, or just use randomize, is there no "Motion" selections?

in between your photos there should be an icon that looks like a AB with two different shades.

Click that then you have tons of transitions to chose from.

Yeah I got that one figured, its the motions I was talking about "The Ken Burns Effect" Pan/zoom, etc..

There are no presets I can find for motion, just do it yourself or randomize...

Sidenote.
I checked out that memoriesontv one, and it seems choppy to me btw..

Canon EOS-20D

06/15/2006 08:08:06 PM · #15

Hrm...I've never actually used motions but yes, it looks like you're correct, there are no preset ones. There are instructions in the help section on how to draw the different sorts, though.

Stagolee

Kodak Easyshare C180

Canon EF 50mm f1.2L

06/15/2006 08:19:20 PM · #16

Originally posted by buzzrock:

Originally posted by rex:

Originally posted by buzzrock:
I am trying photoshow pro--
MK-- one question, there is a great "transition" menu, but the motions seems like you either have to design them yourself, or just use randomize, is there no "Motion" selections?

in between your photos there should be an icon that looks like a AB with two different shades.

Click that then you have tons of transitions to chose from.

Yeah I got that one figured, its the motions I was talking about "The Ken Burns Effect" Pan/zoom, etc..

There are no presets I can find for motion, just do it yourself or randomize...

Sidenote.
I checked out that memoriesontv one, and it seems choppy to me btw..

ProShow Gold allows you to match previous or next in your motions.

Message edited by author 2006-06-15 20:19:32.

oOWonderBreadOo

Canon EOS-5D

Canon EF 16-35mm f/2.8L USM

06/15/2006 09:49:01 PM · #17

Originally posted by buzzrock:

double click on the image & a sreen will pop up. go to motion effects & play away :0)

Sony 16-50mm f/3.5-5.6 (E-mount)

06/17/2006 12:44:55 AM · #18

Okay-- Just everyone buy Photoshow Pro Gold!!

I just finished my project and it is so perfect!

I mean I actaully get teary eyed when I whatch it.

MK-- thanks for the tip, it turned out so good...

Message edited by author 2006-06-17 00:45:13.

jmsetzler

Sony Alpha a6400

06/17/2006 12:58:25 AM · #19

I use ProShow Gold also and i'm quite happy with it....

I need to find out if there is a way to make copy protected DVD slideshows... can anyone offer me tips there?

Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 24-70mm f/2.8G ED

06/17/2006 01:26:31 AM · #20

John, amybe when you goto burn, look at the Branding Menu-- I havent played around enuf to know-- but it may be in there..

Neil

Fujifilm X-T30

06/17/2006 01:41:26 AM · #21

Late to the party, but I use MemoriesOnTV

//www.codejam.com/

It's really quite automatic, including the Ken Burns Effect.

Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 24-70mm f/2.8G ED

06/17/2006 01:45:18 AM · #22

I did this one a test for Fathers Day---Rather Grandpa day---

Man the conversion killed all the quality and this link ends it short-- but I stii wanna share--

Neil

Fujifilm X-T30

06/17/2006 02:02:02 AM · #23

Nice job!

Not a comment on yours because it worked fine, but to discuss technique in general: Have you ever seen a TV documentary that shows slides and uses all those fancy transition effects in one show? Personally, I use almost exclusively fade-out/fade ing (replacement fade), along with the Ken Burns effect, I think it produces a professional, tv like video, where the pictures are the main focus. Some transitions are fine, but to me the effectiveness is inversely related to the number of different transitions inserted. Just my opinion!