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Rating 4.3 out of 5 stars with 89 reviews

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Customers value Movie Studio 13 Platinum for its user-friendly interface and affordability. Many users appreciate how easy it is to use, even for beginners, and find it to be a comprehensive software for its price. While some users mention there is a learning curve, overall, customers are pleased with the user-friendly nature of the software.

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  • Pros mentioned:
    Performance

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Good program for video processing at reasonable $$

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I wanted a more current video program for use on my Windows 10 computer. I also wanted ability to not only work with normal DVD format but also HD and Blue Ray in future. This one thus far has been working fine. Sony also has a much more expensive PRO version but frankly I can't see the point for 99% of what most people want out of this type of a program. It has plenty of options for output and format and seems to be fairly intuitive. I decided to get the Sony version since I also have the Sony version of audio studio software that I use for editing my and others music performances (I play an instrument professionally). I figured that they would both be similar in operation and user interface to make them easier to learn...and that proved to be so. I can't speak to similar programs from other companies as I am only familiar with and have used three brands but with several years older versions. But the Sony version definitely appears to be current with others feature and user interface wise. I only reserve the last star because nothing is perfect and I am sure I will find some area that could be improved in the future...but for now it meets my needs.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Ease of use

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    WORKS VERY GOOD

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    IT'S VERY EASY TO USE, GREAT RESULTS, YOU CAN BURN DVD'S DIRECTLY

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Ease of use, Price

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Fun!

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Only reason it gets 4 stars is because it is hard to use, but once learned it's great! Lots of YouTube videos out there for help if needed!!! For the money you can't beat it

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Ease of use, Video editing

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Best editing program for a novice

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    The effects and options are simple enough for those that have little to no experience with video editing. The results are awesome. The audio input options are fantastic. It's a one stop program for all my needs

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Ease of use, Video editing

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Can't beat this editing software for the price.

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    This software is awsome. I searched hi and low, spent money on others only to be disappointed with the product. I needed something that could be easy for a beginner and handle 4K video with ease. FINALLY I tried the free trial of Sony Movie Studio Platinum. I was blown away with how easy it handled my 4K video and how easy it was to manipulate. In the end I produced a movie worth watching. It was quickly uploaded to YouTube so I could easily share it with friends and family. Once again that was accomplished easily with this software. Don't waste time and money like I did . If your a beginner looking to make professional looking edits to your 4K video without spending hundreds...........GET SONY MOVIE STUDIO PLATINUM.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Features, Video editing

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great Value

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Needed a a video editing program for windows. This is not as big as Sony Vegas but for $20 it’s worth the basic features to get started.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Ease of use

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Solid software for beginners

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I found the basic components of the software pretty easy to use as a beginner but even with the pop-up window tutorials I found myself having to go online to find example videos of how to do more advanced things.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Ease of use

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    A dependable product

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I've used Sony Movie Studio (and Vegas products) for years. Bought this one for another computer. Simple to use, dependable results.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Ease of use

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Does the job

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Needed this to create dvds for church preachings and this worked well

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Ease of use, Video editing

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Easy to use

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I have bought Sony vegas studio in the past. I think Sony movie studio is easy to use for beginners. It has what you need to make YouTube videos or make nice home videos. Only thing that I don't like is that Sony has no instructions or video tutorials on using the program. YouTube however does have some

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Ease of use

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great editor

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Sony makes a fine product, one of the easiest to use video editing software products on the market. It's now owned by Magix and I don't know how that will turn out but this version works well. It sends your movie to DVD architect which allows you to make a DVD or you can save it to a streaming format for YouTube or the like. If you've never used it, watch an online tutorial and you should be on your way in no time at all.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Ease of use

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Movie Studio

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Bought this to upgrade the version that I have. This one is easier to use.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Ease of use

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Sony movie maker

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I haven't used it much yet but it seems very intuitive the little I've have. It loaded right up with no problems and will do all i need and more.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Performance

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    GREAT PROGRAM

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    This version works well, as did the earlier version that I have used.

    I would recommend this to a friend
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    Ease of use, Features

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Solid Program

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    This program is solid for any skill level. The program offers a wide range of features for even the hard core film editor. Easy to use and flim projects come out great. Recommended for anybody

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Ease of use

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Easy to use

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I needed make a movie of our dance recital. It worked great! I love that we can choose our chapters. It makes it easier for our students to easily find their dance routines.

    I would recommend this to a friend
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    Video editing

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great camera for streaming!

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I can't wait to use this camera with streaming games online.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Ease of use

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Good program for my needs

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I was looking for something that was like Windows moviemaker since that program was easy. When I purchased a new laptop I was unable to use moviemaker with Windows 10. I just started using and I gave it 4 stars because in some ways it has more options then moviemaker and in other ways not as much. There is a tutorial that seemed to make it easy but when I am trying to do some editing it seems more complicated. Probably just me and I am hoping it will get easier the more I use the program.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Ease of use

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    MOVIE APP SONY

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    NICE PROGRAM, NOT TO HARD TO UNDERSTAND, MANY EXTRAS

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Cheaper than Sony Vegas

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    yes $60 is cheaper than Sony Vegas but this one has issues when I bought it, it was like god gave me a present it can render 4k videos I was able to publish 1-6 videos a day rendering at 1080p depending on file size of coarse. but then it's issues are because it was most likely pushed out the door by Sony I can no longer use this on my desktop but I had to re-install it several times to make sure before I put it on my laptop. so in short if you buy this be careful it does have issues

    I would recommend this to a friend
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