Import from Vixia - iMovie

iMovie can import the the files from Media Loan's Vixia video cameras either directly from the camera or from a backup of the camera memory card.

Import Directly from Camera

1. Connect the camera to the computer with the USB cable.
2. iMovie might automatically detect the camera and open the Import window. If it does not go to File > Import From Camera.
3. To import all of the clips, set it to Automatic and click Import All.
4. To Import some of the clips, set it to Manual and then click the check box below each clip that to be imported.

Import Directly from Camera Archive

The entire BDMV folder from the Vixia memory card needs to be backed up completely. Read the AHCHD Files article for more information.

1. Go to File > Import >Camera archive.
2. Select the folder that contains the files from the camera.
3. To import all of the clips, set it to Automatic and click Import All.
4. To Import some of the clips, set it to Manual and then click the check box below each clip that to be imported.