ArcSoft ShowBiz is an application that allows you to create and edit video files. The interface of the program is intuitive. You can start by using the "drag and drop" method to add audio, video and image files.
In the right side of the screen, you can preview the respective files and you can also import them from external devices.
Thus, you can add text (title, title and subtitle, tags, credits), transitions ("Alpha Artists", dissolves, motion, slides, special, wipe), effects (e.g. crop, color adjust, filters, orientation, pan and zoom), but you can also record audio from a microphone (i.e. narration).
In the context menu, you can set the duration of the tracks, apply fade transition to all pieces or select "Stretch to fit", as well as access advanced editing tools.
Furthermore, you can adjust white balance, temperature, hue, saturation, brightness, contrast and levels, straighten, reverse, or you can apply an automatic adjustment.
Once your masterpiece is complete, you can preview the final video, as well as publish it online, export it to file (in the AVI, MOV, MP4, MPEG1, MPEG2 or WMV format), transfer it to an external device (e.g. iPod, iPhone) or create a disc.
The program comes with a well-drawn help file which contains snapshots, its response time is very good, there's an 'Undo' button available and we haven't encountered any problems during our tests.
However, ShowBiz uses a massive amount of system resources, and that can put a strain on any computer. In conclusion, ArcSoft ShowBiz is a great application for creating and editing video files. We strongly recommend it to all users.
Limitations:
· 15-day trial
What's New in This Release:
Preview, Create, Compose, and Share:
· Turn your video, photo, and music files into an original movie with ShowBiz. Click the arrow or drag-and-drop your favorite content into the Storyboard or Timeline. Arrange them and apply effects, transitions, titles, or a voice-over. Share your show by uploading to Facebook or YouTube, exporting to a file, transferring to devices, or creating a custom disc. Effects Galore!
· Liven up your movie by adding cool effects to blur, ripple, and dissolve your photo or video clip. Fade to black and white, add geometric patterns, or use wipe transitions. Preview each addition in the Preview Window.
Effects Galore:
· Liven up your movie by adding cool effects to blur, ripple, and dissolve your photo or video clip. Fade to black and white, add geometric patterns, or use wipe transitions. Preview each addition in the Preview Window.
Add to the Storyboard:
· Simply drag-and-drop your media files into the Storyboard, organize them in the order you wish to ...