How can I record live video from a Sony 8mm HD video camera via my Mac's "firewire" port?

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would like to record live video from a Sony 8mm HD video camera via "firewire," Apple's iMovie appears to allow recording from only the "face time" camera

 

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Re: How can I record live video from a Sony 8mm HD video camera via my Mac's "firewire" port?

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iMovie will allow you to use your video camera to record. I do it with my JVC video camera. Turn on your camera and open iMovie. Go to File>Import Media. A new window will open. Under Cameras in the top left side your camera should be showing. Screenshots provided. Here is a guide by Apple if iMovie doesn't recognize or control your camera or camcorder.