Our Verdict
Version 10 of CyberLink ’s PowerDirector ( $ 100 as of October 17 , 2011 ) is well the most impressive update of the video - editing powerhouse in a while . It comes with a host of Modern features ; the already quick rendering is even faster ; and it now offers comprehensive documentation for 3D video , including tools for editing , converting , combustion , and more .
Notable improvements under PowerDirector 10 ’s hood admit faster interpretation and h.264 encoding engine , plus OpenCL backup . OpenCL ( Open Computer Language ) , is an technology that uses the computing might of GPUs ( or any other processors in your arrangement ) for tasks that the CPU normally handle by itself . If you have a in good order fast artwork posting with OpenCL accompaniment , the engineering can cannonball along up your process noticeably . CyberLink has also amend its SVRT ( Smart Video Rendering Technology ) to give you more feedback on the optimal yield data formatting ; it keep on the previous versions ’ talent for skitter reencoding material whenever potential .
living for 3D redaction is the sexy new feature , but you also get some other remarkable additions : time - lapse simulation ; a newfangled plug - in architecture with ten effects from NewBlue ; drawing tools ; and the ability to superimpose animate drawings over video . This last feature is a great tool for presentations of all kinds . The admit musical rhythm acknowledgment for audio track , in conjunction with the implementation of visual keyframe markers , greatly simplify synchronizing audio and video snip .
A routine of notable features introduced in earlier versions are carry on here : up to 100 video recording tracks ; a freestanding undulation editor ; fantabulous canonical editing tools ; stock effects such as light , saturation , and particle effects ; timeline editing ; wide audio frequency and picture codec support ; and an online community of interests where you may download essence and see other people ’s handiwork . you’re able to even reckon the timeline of other user ’s projects online .
PowerDirector still has some underage idiosyncrasy . For instance , though the program could capture from my television receiver tuner , it did n’t pick out the QAM channels . Also , I bid that PowerDirector would continue to make for television when I move the locator , and that the locater would dislodge itself when I clack on empty place in the timeline . Another welcome addition would be the ability to drag material from Windows Explorer directly onto the timeline instead of having to add it solely to the program library . After all , many euphony programs allow you do this .
You ’ll need as much as 6 GB of system memory to work with high-pitched - definition files in PowerDirector 10 , especially if you want to apply advance FX , win over to 3D , or perform other data - intensive project . Basically , as with any other video editor , the more retentiveness you have , the best .
PowerDirector 10 is a worthwhile climb to an already powerful consumer - grade TV production creature , and if CyberLink does n’t look out out , it will shortly be competing withprofessional - level products .
