Camtasia Studio User Reviews
Spectacular
-
"Easy to use and very powerful software...love it"
Version: Camtasia Studio 7.1
Pros
Creates beautiful HD movies
Tutorials are easy to follow
Great transitions and effects
Has useful presets
Pretty intuitive design
Good Support staffCons
A bit of a steep learning curve at first
Summary
I didn't know the first thing about making videos when I got the program. I found the first few tries a bit confusing but later found that it was because I really wasn't paying attention as well as I should to the tutorials.
Since doing what I'm supposed to the process has been so much easier. The end product is quality stuff.
I still have much to learn but I'm having fun with it now. Just started using it to edit and upload iPhone movies for work purposes and instructional vids.......awesome!!!!
If you're not sure try out the trial version for 30 DAYS. You have nothing to lose and you won't be dissapointed.
All the best,
Greg Snyders
Red Ridge Wine Cellars
http://www.redridgewinecellars.com -
"Very robust and easy to use"
Version: Camtasia Studio 7.1
Pros
Fast ramp up from install to being creative and feature selection is intuitive. Introduction video is a plus.
Cons
Some features such as changing from video edit to sound track edit could be easier but overall this was very minor as it took a couple of 'guess clicks' in the interface to achieve the change.
-
"very nice !"
Version: Camtasia Studio 7.1
Pros
It works !!
Cons
I am just getting started.
-
"Great in all way"
Version: Camtasia Studio 7.1
Pros
Records from webcam, easy editing, nice special effects, great for recording computer screen for tutorials, beats Windows Movie Maker in the long run, and is just great in the end.
Cons
The only con I can think of is that it records terrible low quality footage from a webcam, but that can be changed by using alternative programs such as windows live movie maker or AMcap
Summary
This program is really great. If you hate windows movie maker like I did, then you will love this program. Also, I was able to get this program absolutely free! I can't type the serial here, so I typed it onto a text document and uploaded it to mediafire. Here is the link:
http://www.mediafire.com/?8nwjpygo5mit4wd -
"Frustrating, corrupted waste of time."
Version: Camtasia Studio 7.1
Pros
Online tutorials are easy to follow (and necessary).
Zoom and pan look nice.Cons
Just 5 days in to the 30-day, free trial, I have had to un-install and re-install Camtasia twice now.
The first time I installed, I was not able to use the transition feature and a couple of the others did not function like the tutorial videos showed they should.
Today, am having to re-install AGAIN because over 2 days worth of recording and editing have been invested and now when I "play" the video (not "produced" yet), it runs for between 5 and 15 seconds before crashing. I have "sent" 7+ "error reports". I've restarted my computer, played other videos trying to troubleshoot, etc. The other videos that were produced by other people also cause Camtasia to crash. The videos don't even have audio. Just basic videos with basic editing, nothing fancy.Summary
I'll be looking for an alternative program. Especially since I see that this fragile, finicky piece of software is priced at $299!?
I don't see that kind of value in it.
My time is worth something. -
"Great Product!"
Version: Camtasia Studio 7.1
Pros
Used for recording videos
Cons
Cons? What Cons? None.
-
"This Program Is Terrible"
Version: Camtasia Studio 7.1
Pros
Pretty graphics on the recording screen
Cons
Not Stable - very easy to crash and force a reboot
Features you would want are not available and the ones that are there are awkward and not intuitive.
The on-line help/manual is terrible.Summary
This software is a piece of junk and not worth the bits it takes to download. The final straw with my working with this software is when it repeatedly crashed and forced me to reboot my computer when I clicked on the "Recorded Audio" button to change the audio source. Don't waste your time with this one.
-
"Sucks, Expensive, Snooty designers, Awkward"
Version: Camtasia Studio 7.1
Pros
I really can't think of any. I dread having to open it up.
Cons
Freezes & loses files
Awkward file structures & naming conventions
Doesn't support common audio devices, though they acknowledge problem, they won't fix.
Won't add simple features repeatedly requested by users
Awkward editing processes
Sucks up HUGE amounts of system resources
The longer the video and the more edits, the greater the risk of losing the file. Their solution? Do less edits and break into segments.Summary
Camtasia has been a horror. It takes several tries to record & edit simple PPT presentations.
Parent company Techsmith has general attitude of "we'll tell you what you need, don't bother us". They fix and enhance what THEY think is important, not what customers want. Same issues with other product Screencast.
AVI does 99% of the same things for $59 a year. I'd never do business with these people again. -
"The good and bad"
Version: Camtasia Studio 7.1
Pros
It is quite simple to set up basic video guides
Cons
Editing audio is a pain. It has problems with higher resolutions.
Summary
It's a decent package with good tools, but the price is a bit steep. I really like the zoom and pan feature. It helps highlight items in my demonstrations. I got frustrated with trying to edit the audio tracks. It gets bogged down and sometimes crashes when you work with higher resolutions. For the price I would expect better performance.
-
"Camtasia lets me explain stuff to others"
Version: Camtasia Studio 7.1
Pros
records the screen
built in closed captioning translation software
fun effects
can easily clip parts or rearrangeCons
Does not record live video from a webcam.
Summary
This is my favorite video editing software. It is easy to use, intuitive, and worth every penny. I love every program I've tried from TechSmith and recommend them to everybody. It has made me be able to reach an audience with instructional videos that I never expected to be able to do.
Add Your Review
Submit your reply
E-mail this review
Report offensive content
You must be 13 years of age or older to submit personal information to CNET Networks. In compliance with the Children's Online Privacy Protection Act of 1998, CNET Networks does not accept name and e-mail address information from users who are under 13 years of age.
All submitted ratings and written comments become the sole property of CNET Networks, Inc. (CNET) and may be used at CNET Networks' sole discretion. Ratings and written comments are generally posted within two to four business days in batch groups, not in real time. However, CNET Networks reserves the right to remove or refuse to post any submission for any reason. You acknowledge that you, not CNET Networks, are responsible for the contents of your submission.
CNET Networks is not responsible for the content of the publisher's descriptions or user reviews on this site. We encourage you to determine whether this product or your intended use is legal. We do not encourage or condone the use of any software in violation of applicable laws. CNET Download.com does not sell, resell, or license any of the products listed on the site. We cannot be held liable for issues that arise from the download or use of these products.
