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screen capture software
Any recommendations for the best and most reasonably priced screen capture software?
I've tried a couple 'freebies,' but I haven't found anything better than Camtasia... it is $300, but it's amazing. If you only need it temporarily, you can download the fully-functional trial version. It works for 30 days... after that you have to enter your licensing code or it stops working. Camtasia is made by TechSmith.
I also like their screen shot software, Snagit. It seems to be pretty high quality for a screenshot. They have the same deal on that for the 30 day trial version. I think it's $50 for Snagit. Snagit will also do video clips, but it doesn't have all the functionality of Camtasia. If you're on a budget and just need basic video screen capture, Snagit may be your solution! :)
Get a Mac... it's built into the new version of Quicktime in OS X Snow Leopard (called Quick Capture). Then there's also ScreenFlow for Mac at $99.
Mac is too pricey and too proprietary. And I don't like FCP... hehe! To each his own.
I have a MAC with Snow Leopard, I never knew it had screen capture. Thanks for the info everyone.
Screenflow is definately worth the $99 for Mac video screen capture. Quicktime screen recording is nice but does not have a very robust set of editing tools for quality finished product.
I have to agree with some of the others on Screenflow because of its quality and editing capabilities.
Another option for Mac.
iShowU is a great and very affordable (starts at $20 and goes up to $60 for the Pro HD version). Its very easy to use and offers tons of options. Definitely worth checking out vs. Camtasia.
http://store.shinywhitebox.com/ishowuhd/main.html
Try Jing, it's free. But the free version will only let you record up to 5 minutes.
Mac and PC versions.
Michael - have you tried Snagit ?? - I have used it and does most everything you would need to capture the screen and also allows voice over. I think they still have a free version. PC based !