"Light" video editing....need card??

[mazz72]

Hey all.

I'm working on a new system. What I'm doing with the system is creating professional slideshows to be put on DVD, and I'll be doing video capture (from analog sources) and minor editing. I already have an analog-to-digital capture card, and I won't be dealing with HD video at all...nor will I be doing any gaming.

Here's the motherboard I'm getting:

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16813128397

I'll be using that with a 955 BE Deneb and 4gb of ram. 64-bit Win 7.

Do you think I need a video card, or should the onboard be enough for my needs?

If you think it's not enough....what specs would you suggest I look for in a card?


Thanks a lot for the advice.

 

[TheViper]

Radeon HD 4550 512MB - $39.99 after rebate.
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16814125250

This will provide you with all the power you'll need for fast and efficient video and photo editing.

The integrated GPU will do the job but will require more patience.

 

[mazz72]

Thanks for the input, Viper.

Anyone else have any input/ideas/thoughts?

Much appreciated.