The Standard Content Pack is a substantial (but recommended) optional download that needs Pando Media Booster, which required an additional installation step, as well as a current DirectX release. An interesting 'Learn while installing' feature lets you view a Guided Tour, video tutorials, a manual, and Help flyers (the registered free trial includes technical support) during the lengthy process. Pinnacle Studio's installer includes an Advanced Option that let us decide what Bonus Content to download and install. The latest release has an improved user interface, better 3D editing, and integrated cloud storage.
Pinnacle Studio Plus 16 is free to try and costs $99.99 not cheap, certainly, but within the budget for many sophisticated amateurs. You can save your productions in a variety of formats, share them online, or burn them to disk. It offers 24-track editing, multilayer special effects, animated graphics, custom titles, and hi-fi audio quality. This full-featured video suite is compatible with the latest HD and 3D standards, including Blu-ray and AVCHD. Pinnacle Studio Plus 16 might be what you're looking for. You can use better video tools, but the best is way out of your price range. When it comes to video, you're not a pro, but neither are you a noob.
