'Would the Boris match Move Plugin even be needed if you owned Fusion 9 STUDIO, since STUDIO already comes with a camera tracker anyway? Don't know. But with 'Fusion' - the only option is the 'Studio' version in order to get Match Move. Apart from that - it's probably just a 'gut' feeling that Hitfilm *maybe* easier to assimilate, even though I *know* that Fusion, (in the right hands) would way out-perform Hitfilm. Tutorials & Youtube video support I'm *guessing* would be greater with Hitfilm - given it's 'indie' following. Admittedly, based on *full* versions of each there's no advantage - they both retail at $419 AUD. Hitfilm *could* be a cheaper approach *IF* you were happy to settle on the free 'express' version + buy the Boris plugin (ie: $49 vs $299).
confusing - To be honest - the overall Davinci software looks like 'overkill' for my needs (aside from lacking the required specs) But thanks for your suggestion Hitfilm I'm thinking is more a 'layers' based approach - which is what I'm used to. And isn't that 'crazy' - are they including the 'full version' of Fusion WITH Davinci Resolve - all for $299 ? Because I thought 'Fusion' on it's own was $299.
The system requirements for Davinci Resolve are: Windows: Windows 10 Creators Update 16 GB of system memory is recommended and 32 GB is recommended minimum when using Fusion Blackmagic Design Desktop Video version 10.4.1 or later NVIDIA/AMD/Intel GPU Driver version - As required by your GPU RED Rocket-X Driver 2.1.34.0 and Firmware 1.4.22.18 or later RED Rocket Driver 2.1.23.0 and Firmware 1.1.18.0 or later That's according to here: I've played a bit with just 'Fusion's free version' on my PC without any issues though. EDIT : Yeah, I'm wondering whether my PC would be up to the task. iClone6 & 7 Pipeline, Crazytalk 8, Crazytalk Animator 2, Facefilter, Pop video 3, Hitfilm 4Pro, Cubase 8.5 Pro, Homebuilt computer - Windoze 10, INTEL i9 9900 k 5.1 GHz, EVGA RTX 2080 TI XC ULTRA, 16GB 3100 MHz RAM, Asus Maximus Hero XI motherboard, Sound blaster Z series. People will defend their choice of software to the death and there's been many a battle fought in this forum so asking the right questions is crucial. Do some research and read lots of reviews, ask questions here on the forum but I think its better to ask about the positive points rather than failings. Struggling with software you just cant get on with isn't very productive. The most important thing is to use software that fits into your way of working.
If you're happy with what iClone can output in mp4 format, then there's no need to buy any other software. All this depends on what it is you have in mind to produce. iClone as a 3d animation tool is in my opinion, unbeatable, NLE, ( Non Linear Editor ) Hitfilm is an excellent all rounder for compositing and editing, For sound you need a DAW, ( Digital Audio Workstation )of some description, I use Cubase 8.5 Pro. The production of footage which then has to be edited and finally the sound.
There are 3 main areas that have to be addressed. I've been on your journey Sonic as have many of us here.