avchd - transcode or just import?

[wgzn]

i have a show shot on dvcprohd (hpx170)
b-camera shot avchd (hmc40,70,or something)

is there any benefit to transcoding the avchd to ____ before bringing it into FCP to mix with the dvcprohd from the 170?

 

[Jason Adams]

Panny does have an AVCHD to DVCPRO transcode utility. It would let you log and transfer everything with the same workflow.

https://eww.pavc.panasonic.co.jp/pro-av/support/desk/e/avc_download.htm

 

[wgzn]

crap. its windows only.

 

[David Saraceno]

Use ClipWrap2 and go directly to DVCProHD.

Best $49.00 you'll spend.

 

[wgzn]

will give that a look david. thnx!

update: tested clipwrap2. it did the trick!