Mac Users Only: What do you prefer: ScreenFlow Or Camtasia?

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Hey Mac Users:
I have been testing out two software programs for Screen Capture. ScreenFlow and Camtasia. So far I think Camtasia is feeling much better then Screenflow but I am not sure if I have used all the features. I hear Screenflow is the better choice for Mac. What would you recommend I use and why?

Thank You.
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  • I've not done any screen captures and videos for a while, but when I did I used Jing, (Jing | Add visuals to your online conversations) which was ample for what I needed it for. I'm going to be doing doing some more soon, so I might have to try out Screenflow which I've never used before.
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    • When I was on Windows XP I loved Camtasia and was a power user of it, then I discovered Macs and Screenflow.

      I looove Screenflow, so quick to set-up and use. It's been a couple of years since I used Camtasia, but it was always fiddly to setup the shoot, maybe that's changed now.

      BTW as a Mac user if you create step-by-step training tutorials, checkout Screensteps... a golden nugget!
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  • Wow just checked out ScreenStep. Thanks for the recommendation. I plan on using it.
  • screenflow. Simple and low requirements

    never failed me before so I wouldnt change it
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    • It's also superb for using with Wordpress, checkout the video tutorial
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  • I use Camtasia on Windows and Screenflow on Mac. Screenflow is superb on Mac!

    Cheers,
    iYingHang
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  • I finally settled with SnapzProX, as it never failed even under heavy load.

    However it is not feature packed as camtasia or screenflow which add a bunch of postproduction-like features.

    So if you are looking for an all-in-one solution I would say screenflow, if you are going to edit somewhere else or do elaborate post on your screencast... consider Snapz.
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  • I love Screenflow so far, but I have to experience with Camtasia
  • I use iShowU iShowU HD - for OSX 10.5 (Leopard)
    I think Camtasia has more features, but for just recording videos in various formats and sizes iShowU seems to work just fine for me. Sometimes I also use Jing.
  • Screenflow is by far a better solution for screen capture.
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    • Camtasia for Mac does not have an option for the cursor while recording (or after).

      On the other hand, you can create an easy MP4 in one shot on Camtasia during the export (Screenflow creates full sized MOV files which I find I have to render into FLV files for certain applications.)

      I find Screenflow easier to use in general for shooting and editing - but many of the features were simple to find after having spent a few years using Final Cut Pro.

      There seem to be some different options with Camtasia - so it is a matter of personal preference in the end.

      Cam for mac has a 30 day free trial that does not watermark. Screenflow has a free trial as well with the watermark - but it is enough time to install and try both apps to see which you like looking at/working with better.
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  • Screenflow works best for me. Even on a PC, Camtasia has always been giving me problems
  • I work with Camtasia on the mac and its works just great
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  • For some reason, the Mac version of Camtasia is actually worse than the PC version (called Camtasia Studio Pro). So, as a Mac user, I'd go for ScreenFlow.
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    • I use Jing Pro, it's enough for what I need to do. If I was to make professional recordings and sell them I probably would go with ScreenFlow too.

      Monika
  • Screenflow.

    I've used both and like Screenflow better.
  • Here's my 2 cents worth: I have all those apps and use them for different things. Screenflow is simple and when you need to capture 'everything' I simply use that. However, it requires a 2 pass cycle when producing output. Basically it captures everything and then you can edit the resulting 'capture' before exporting it to your chosen video format - very cool by the way. I used this approach to get a 75 minute hid-def full 21" screen-cast down from 2GB of disk space to about 150MB with no discernible loss of quality.

    However, for quick capture - where the output is a video file - I use iShowU HD (I also have the non HD version too - both have specific applications.

    The Camtasia for Mac app is new, and while I'm enjoying the interface it really isn't doing much more than Screenflow.

    Bottom line, Screenflow was about $100, iShowU HD was less than that - so for under $200 you can get pretty much all you need. Oh yes, and before I forget ... I grabbed a copy of Stomp too - it helps compress videos for small filesize output.

    Remember, even if you are storing and streaming your media from an Amazon S3 account, you have to get the file uploaded. A 100MB upload on a typical cable connection takes about 30 minutes - give or take.

    Hope this was helpful.
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    • Hi guys,

      I am using camtasia for mac. I have had no problems and found it very easy to use.

      It does not have the full features of the windows version yet so if you are converting from pc then keep this in mind.

      Camtasia support have been very helpful which is good!

      Sorry I cannot comment on screenflow but the tip on ScreenStep.com was quality.


      Regards,

      Ian
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