Changing Video Editors in 2024

Introduction

• New amazing platforms available.
• Switching from Premiere Pro to DaVinci Resolve and CapCut.
• Comparison between DaVinci Resolve and CapCut after usage.

Software Overview

• Cost: Both are free with optional paid versions.
  • DaVinci: $295 USD
  • CapCut: $8 or $9 USD per month
• **Ease of Use: **
  • CapCut: Very easy to use, similar to other editors, simplified menus.
  • DaVinci Resolve: More complex, takes time to learn.

Basic Trimming and Editing

• CapCut: Struggles with multi-track editing.
• DaVinci: Better for multi-track editing.
• Ripple trimming: easier in DaVinci.
• **Text and Graphics: **
  • DaVinci: Manually adjust text/graphics.
  • CapCut: Drag-and-drop, blue guidelines for centering.
• **Text Animation: **
  • DaVinci: Multiple transitions but requires manual creation in Fusion Tab.
  • CapCut: Rich library of text animation presets.

Effects and Templates

• CapCut: Inbuilt library of transitions and animations, drag-and-drop effects.
• DaVinci: Advanced template creation, import effects from external sources.

Color Correction

• DaVinci: Best for professional color correction, used in Hollywood.
• CapCut: Robust options including color oscilloscope, HSL adjustments, curves, color wheels.

Audio Editing

• DaVinci: Dedicated audio track, keyframe audio easily, Fairlight tab for advanced audio editing.
• CapCut: Basic audio editing, difficult to see waveforms, automatic filters in Pro version.

Captions

• CapCut: Automatic captions available in free version with stylish templates.
• DaVinci: Requires paid version for automatic captions.

Advanced Features

• CapCut: Auto Cutout, Relight, but built more for beginners.
• DaVinci: Best for advanced video editing, multiple customizable tabs.

Mobile Friendliness

• CapCut: Available on multiple devices including mobile and browser.
• DaVinci: No mobile app but has an iPad app.

Export Settings

• CapCut: Maximum 4K resolution, limited options, best for social media.
• DaVinci: Wide range of export options, including up to 32K resolution in paid version.

Performance Speed

• CapCut: Fast editing and exporting, very stable on Mac.
• DaVinci: Occasional crashes with complex projects, better performance in paid version.

Conclusion and Recommendation

• CapCut: Ideal for beginners, fast workflow, great for simple videos and social media.
• DaVinci Resolve: Better for experienced editors, more advanced options, faster trimming workflow.
• Personal Use: Use both CapCut for simple social media content and DaVinci Resolve for larger projects.

Additional Resources:

• Download free CapCut keyboard shortcuts cheat sheet.
• Beginner guides to DaVinci Resolve and CapCut.