How to import Sony FDR-AXP35 XAVC S files to FCP X on Mac?

Sony FDR-AXP35 which comes with the highlights including capture 4K Ultra HD Video, variety recording formats(XAVC S, AVCHD, and MP4), Exmor R CMOS Sensor and more functions has become the first choice for those who want to have the latest modestly priced 4K Handycam. While, like other 4K handy cameras, XAVC S files from Sony FDR-AXP35 are not natively accepted by FCP X.

To import and edit Sony FDR-AXP35 XAVC S files in FCP X, you will need to do some preparation before editing. The easy workaround I’ve worked out is to find a way to rewrap and convert Sony FDR-AXP35 XAVC S to FCP X editable format in 1080p. 

   

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Transcode Sony FDR-AXP35 XAVC S files to Apple ProRes for FCP X

Step 1. Download the best XAVC S to FCP X converter – Pavtube HD Video Converter for Mac. Install and launch it, and click “Add video” button to import Sony FDR-AXP35 XAVC S files into this program.



Step 2. Choose FCP X compatible format by following the path Final Cut Pro > Apple Prores 422(*.mov). You can click on Settings to adjust audio and video parameters including video size, video frame rate, bitrate, sample rate, audio channel.



Step 3. Click “Convert” button to start transcoding Sony FDR-AXP35 XAVC S files to Apple ProRes MOV for FCP X under Mac OS. Now you are ready to import files into FXP X for editing.

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