Dated interface -Too basic for some -Windows only Ultimate’s additional features include masking and 4K editing, and it’s worth paying the extra if you’re likely to use them. There are three versions available – standard, Studio Plus, and Studio Ultimate – which cost a one-off fee of $59.95, $99.95, and $129.95, respectively. Given this good range of features, Pinnacle comes at a very reasonable price. There’s also a mode designed specifically for making stop motion videos, a title designer with an impressive level of control over animated text, and face-tracking masks that enable you to adjust the lighting or effects on a moving face. These include colour grading tools, multi-camera capturing and editing, and precise keyframe controls. Its interface is intuitive, and as well as fixing the performance issues, the updates have packed it with useful features.
It’s still not as advanced as high-end programs like Premiere Pro, DaVinci Resolve, and Final Cut Pro, but it is a good choice for mid-level editors such as small businesses or amateur filmmakers. Not so long ago, it was slow, buggy, and limited in features, but recent updates have turned it around and it’s now a serious competitor. Pinnacle Studio has come a long way in recent years.
