Its simple, if you are converting analog video (VHS, VHS-C, Super VHS, 8mm video, Hi8, Betacam, Betacam SP), your capture device must include a converter (with one-chip digital cameras starting at less than $250 and 3-chips starting at less than $500, all present acquisition should be digital at this point in time).Ĭapture devices break down fairly easily into three categories: external FireWire devices, external USB devices and internal PCI cards. Looking to get started in video capture or upgrade your existing system? First evaluate your acquisition method (read: camera or video source) to determine if you need a digital video converter.
