If you like the interface of PowerDirector but don't need all of the features the application offers, PowerProducer is a good choice. This video editing application is made by the same company but is a scaled-down version. It has basic editing tools but no option for 3D, and is more limited in export options. This application is perfect for anyone who doesn't want to feel overwhelmed with all of the bells and whistles but wants to make small changes to their videos.

While this application doesn't come with the option to make 3D movies, there are other editing features available. This video editing software comes with a good selection of effects, filters and transitions. Another feature we found useful is the write-to-disc option. This is useful if you don't have any edits you want to make to the movie; you can just capture the video, convert it and then burn it to a new disc in one step.

If you are worried about your video not being as clear as you want it to be, PowerProducer has you covered. This application can alter the brightness, contrast and hue of the video. Instead of giving up the dark video as a lost cause, you can now tweak it until it looks good. There are other editing options, including the option to add text. You can also makes titles and add photos to your video for even more fun.

Another function we found useful with this application is the ability to pull the video from an analog device such as a VHS tape. So long as you make sure you have the right hardware you can now preserve all of the older home movies and even touch them up with this application for future generations. You can also bring in video format from AVCHD or from a digital camcorder so you don’t have to worry about dealing with another device.

While there are a lot of useful features with this video editing software, something not to overlook is the export and production options it comes with. Although it doesn’t have the ability to upload to YouTube in an FLV file, you can save in a format that will work on your iPod. You can also save them to a Blu-ray or DVD. Both of these options are great ways to distribute your videos or take them with you on the go.

Something interesting to note with this application is the help and support offered by the manufacturer. They provide solid email support and tutorials as well as FAQs; just keep in mind that if you want to call them, you have to sign up for their support option so it will cost you a little money to get telephone support. This video editing software application also comes with a paper manual you can consult if you have any issues with the product.