Welcome to this free Final Cut Express Guide on how to import MTS files into FCE.

Introduction:

Final Cut Express 4 should be able to import AVCHD footage with .MTS at the end, but only on Intel Macs, according to Apple statements. But how come we can't import MTS files into FCE while Apple states that Final Cut Express supports AVCHD video? This article is mainly for people who own Canon ivies HG10 AVCHD, Sony HDR SR 12E AVCHD, or Panasonic AVCHD camcorder, here you will get advice on how to import mts to FCE or convert mts to a Mac.

What are AVCHD (.mts) files?

AVCHD (.mts) utilizes MPEG-4 AVC/H.264 (AVC) video compression codec and Dolby AC-3 (Dolby Digital) audio compression codec, which commonly used by HD camcorders such as Sony, Canon, and Panasonic. AVCHD recordings can be transferred to a computer by connecting the camcorder via the USB connection. Many camcorders can record to removable media like SDHC and Memory Stick cards or DVD discs, which can be read on a computer directly.

What's the relationship between Final Cut Express and AVCHD?

Final Cut Express 4 adds support for the latest AVCHD cameras, allows mixing of standard and high definition content on a single timeline. AVCHD is supported on Intel-based Macs.

Final Cut will only handle AVCHD files when it finds them in their original file structure (either by connecting the camcorder or using a memory card reader), not isolated .mts files. It is suggested you had to have the folders exactly like they were on the camera. This is true, unless of course you have deleted some files or if any become corrupt then the structure isnt exactly the same.It is possible you had deleted some junk files using a fast .MTS viewer without realising it was going to affect the 'import' process in FCE.

Solution: What to do to convert mts to a Mac or import mts to Final Cut Express?

The simple advice is use the simple yet powerful program called Mts to FCE converter or the mts to Final Cut Express Converter for Mac convert AVCHD MTS to MPEG-4, MOV or DV that compatible with Final Cut Express.

Mts to FCE converter has a powerful codec pack that contains all the codecs needed to meet your various projects need. With the codec the mts to fce converter program can convert between almost all video/audio files without quality loss during the conversion from MTS to MPEG-4 DV.

Final Cut Express imports mts program mts to FCE converter for Mac allows you to tune the video resolution, bit rate, frame rate and you can just keep the highest setting as you can so that get the most satisfying result.

Using video to FCE converter to convert MTS to mpeg-4 or DV and then import into FCE could be as simple as few mouse clicks. It is suitable for both new and experienced Mac users. Just download a free trial and run a test now.