Are you a YouTuber, filmmaker or do you have a hobby of video production? We have identified the top video editing applications that are available at no cost and some others that require payment. At the top are DaVinci Resolve by Blackmagic, Adobe Premiere Pro CC and Final Cut Pro X. It is important to make the decision to choose the most practical and modern applications. For this reason, we give you a complete guide on how to find the ones that suit you best.
The basics of video editing :
Video editing applications can range from very simple to very complex. The common and most basic elements of all applications are trimming, color correction, effects , and audio tools.
The best paid desktop:
Adobe Premiere Pro CC 2018: If you're willing to subscribe to Adobe Creative Cloud, at $21 per month for the app or $53 per month for the full package, it's definitely worth the investment, given all the tools it offers. This app works on both Windows and Mac and lets you work on your phone even when you're not at your computer. With Premiere, you can import files and Projects from Photoshop and it supports any file format, as well as 4K and higher resolutions. Its functions are many and simple, while you can use the Lumetri color corrector, which works quite similarly to Lightroom. Finally, the sound is quite good and offers many options, including more than 50 effects.
Apple Final Cut Pro X: This application is only available for Mac users and is the best option. It costs $300 and has smart editing tools, thanks to the magnetic timeline and numerous cutting tools. It is easy to organize your material, given the libraries, tagging, face analysis and color editing available. At the same time, audio editing is easy and many effects and color correction are available.
Corel VideoStudio Ultimate 2018: If you are a YouTuber, this app is the best solution. It is quite easy to use, as it offers clean and well-designed tools. For example, editing can be done very quickly and without difficulties. Tools such as motion tracking, chroma key, lens correction and multicamera editing are also offered. Its price is estimated at $100.
The best free apps:
DaVinci Resolve: Available for Windows, Linux, and MacOS, it offers powerful tools at a variety of price points. Some of its tools include: true 3D compositing, tracking, and stabilization, 3D particle systems, 2D and 3D titles, curve-based color correction, HDR, and RAW video support. If you want to access the Studio-version, it costs just $300 without a subscription.
Apple iMovie: No other app can compete with the iOS app. It includes simple tools, nice themes, a green-screen tool, and numerous audio tools. However, iMovie lacks motion tracking, multicam, and 360-degree support. However, it is easy enough to use for both beginners and advanced users.
When it comes to video-editing apps for your mobile, we recommend KineMaster and Adobe Premiere Clip.
