Apple is rolling out next major update to Final Cut Pro which brings features ProRes RAW and advanced closed captioning. The ProRes RAW feature combines the visual and workflow benefits of RAW video, while the advanced closed captioning tools allow video editors to easily view, edit and deliver captions from right within the app. The ProRes RAW is a new format where editors can import, edit and grade pristine footage with RAW data from the camera sensor, that gives ultimate flexibility when adjusting highlights and shadows which is ideal for HDR workflows. It is optimized for macOS and editors can also play full-quality 4K ProRes RAW files on MacBook Pro and iMac systems in real time. ProRes RAW files are even smaller than ProRes 4444 files, so editors can also save storage. Users can also work natively with ProRes RAW and ProRes RAW HQ files created by Atomos recorders. The format will be available as a free update for owners of Atomos Sumo 19 and Shogun Inferno devices. Apple is also introducing the advanced closed captioning appear in the viewer during playback and can be attached to video or audio clips in the timeline. The new captions inspector makes it simple to adjust caption text, color, alignment, location and more. ...
Friday 6 April 2018
Final Cut Pro 10.4.1 brings new ProRes RAW format and advanced closed captioning
Apple is rolling out next major update to Final Cut Pro which brings features ProRes RAW and advanced closed captioning. The ProRes RAW feature combines the visual and workflow benefits of RAW video, while the advanced closed captioning tools allow video editors to easily view, edit and deliver captions from right within the app. The ProRes RAW is a new format where editors can import, edit and grade pristine footage with RAW data from the camera sensor, that gives ultimate flexibility when adjusting highlights and shadows which is ideal for HDR workflows. It is optimized for macOS and editors can also play full-quality 4K ProRes RAW files on MacBook Pro and iMac systems in real time. ProRes RAW files are even smaller than ProRes 4444 files, so editors can also save storage. Users can also work natively with ProRes RAW and ProRes RAW HQ files created by Atomos recorders. The format will be available as a free update for owners of Atomos Sumo 19 and Shogun Inferno devices. Apple is also introducing the advanced closed captioning appear in the viewer during playback and can be attached to video or audio clips in the timeline. The new captions inspector makes it simple to adjust caption text, color, alignment, location and more. ...
