{"id":98313,"date":"2017-03-08T11:20:52","date_gmt":"2017-03-08T11:20:52","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/sftarticles.wpenginepowered.com\/en\/?p=98313"},"modified":"2025-07-01T23:53:58","modified_gmt":"2025-07-02T06:53:58","slug":"vegas-15-is-here","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/cms-articles.softonic.io\/en\/vegas-15-is-here\/","title":{"rendered":"Vegas 15:\u00a0A seriously creative editing environment"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">When German software developer <strong>Magix bought Vegas Creative Studios from Sony in 2016<\/strong> many wondered whether it would mean the end of the long-running video editing program Sony Vegas. With the release of <strong>Vegas Movie Studio 14<\/strong>, their first release of the program since the acquisition,\u00a0<\/span>Magix <strong>put many people\u2019s doubts were put to bed<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Our review of Vegas 14 found that <strong>no pro features of note had been cut<\/strong> from the software and Magix had used their consumer-software centric experience to create <strong>a much more user-friendly UI than Sony had ever served up<\/strong> (read the full <a href=\"https:\/\/en.softonic.com\/articles\/sony-vegas-is-now-vegas\">review of Vegas 14 here<\/a>). With <a href=\"http:\/\/www.vegascreativesoftware.com\/index.php?id=879&amp;L=52&amp;AffiliateID=50&amp;phash=1yqXHIJuhlvg4kKM&amp;utm_source=Linkshare&amp;utm_medium=Affiliate&amp;utm_campaign=Affiliate_Linkshare&amp;siteID=wbNcMYXTTwU-KjT6fJXEVvGHCzwCRnzG6A&amp;name=Softonic.com\">Vegas Movie Studio 15<\/a> now on shelves, we thought we\u2019d see if Magix could push on from their early success with the series.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-98314\" src=\"https:\/\/articles-img.sftcdn.net\/sft\/articles\/auto-mapping-folder\/sites\/3\/2018\/03\/movie-studio-platinum-creative-editing-environment-int.gif\" alt=\"\" width=\"555\" height=\"314\" \/><\/p>\n<h3><strong>Vegas 15 is here<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Regarding features available, <strong>Vegas Movie Studio 15 marks a significant update over the previous version.<\/strong> As well as tools like <strong>transition effects, music maker software, and the other features<\/strong> that rolled out with Vegas 14, the new version from Magix includes:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> \u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a04k video editing.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> \u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0Advanced multi-cam workflow.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> \u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0A Quick Start window that will map and layout your editing process clearly and concisely.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> \u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0Lightning fast rendering for quicker sharing to social media.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> \u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0Customizable workspaces you can tailor to your needs.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> \u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0Many more tools to help you Create. Simply.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div class=\"sc-card-program\">\r\n  <div class=\"sc-card-program__body\">\r\n    <div class=\"sc-card-program__row clearfix\">\r\n      <div class=\"sc-card-program__col-logo\">\r\n        <img decoding=\"async\" class=\"sc-card-program__img\" alt=\"Vegas 15\" src=\"https:\/\/articles-img.sftcdn.net\/sft\/articles\/auto-mapping-folder\/sites\/3\/2018\/03\/magix.png\" width=\"100px\" height=\"100px\">\r\n      <\/div>\r\n      <div class=\"sc-card-program__col-title\">\r\n        <span class=\"sc-card-program__title\">Vegas 15<\/span>\r\n        <a class=\"sc-card-program__button sc-card-program-internal\" href=\"http:\/\/www.vegascreativesoftware.com\/index.php?id=879&amp;L=52&amp;AffiliateID=50&amp;phash=1yqXHIJuhlvg4kKM&amp;utm_source=Linkshare&amp;utm_medium=Affiliate&amp;utm_campaign=Affiliate_Linkshare&amp;siteID=wbNcMYXTTwU-KjT6fJXEVvGHCzwCRnzG6A&amp;name=Softonic.com\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Get it now<\/a>\r\n      <\/div>\r\n      <div class=\"sc-card-program__col-rating\">\r\n        <svg class=\"rating-score__content\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" version=\"1.1\" x=\"0\" y=\"0\" viewbox=\"0 0 50 50\" enable-background=\"new 0 0 50 50\" xml:space=\"preserve\"><path class=\"rating-score__background rating-score--good\" fill=\"none\" stroke-width=\"6\" stroke-miterlimit=\"10\" d=\"M40 40c8.3-8.3 8.3-21.7 0-30s-21.7-8.3-30 0 -8.3 21.7 0 30\"><\/path><path class=\"rating-score__value rating-score__value--100\" fill=\"none\" stroke-width=\"6\" stroke-dashoffset=\"100\" stroke-miterlimit=\"10\" d=\"M40 40c8.3-8.3 8.3-21.7 0-30s-21.7-8.3-30 0 -8.3 21.7 0 30\"><\/path><text class=\"rating-score__number\" content=\"10\" text-anchor=\"middle\" transform=\"matrix(1 0 0 1 25 31.0837)\" data-auto=\"app-user-score\">10<\/text><\/svg>\r\n      <\/div>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n    <div class=\"sc-card-program__row\">\r\n      <span class=\"sc-card-program__description\">VEGAS Movie Studio makes creating your masterpieces simple. Combine videos, still images, audio, graphics, and text. Add professional special effects and transitions to make it all look great. <\/span>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n    <div class=\"sc-card-program__row\">\r\n      <img decoding=\"async\" class=\"sc-card-program__bigpic\" src=\"https:\/\/articles-img.sftcdn.net\/sft\/articles\/auto-mapping-folder\/sites\/3\/2018\/03\/pack-600-movie-studio-15-platinum-us.png\" onerror=\"this.style.display='none'\">\r\n    <\/div>\r\n    <a class=\"sc-card-program__link track-link sc-card-program-internal\" href=\"http:\/\/www.vegascreativesoftware.com\/index.php?id=879&amp;L=52&amp;AffiliateID=50&amp;phash=1yqXHIJuhlvg4kKM&amp;utm_source=Linkshare&amp;utm_medium=Affiliate&amp;utm_campaign=Affiliate_Linkshare&amp;siteID=wbNcMYXTTwU-KjT6fJXEVvGHCzwCRnzG6A&amp;name=Softonic.com\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><\/a>\r\n  <\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Some of these new features were reserved for the more expensive premium versions of Vegas 14, but<strong><a href=\"http:\/\/www.vegascreativesoftware.com\/index.php?id=879&amp;L=52&amp;AffiliateID=50&amp;phash=1yqXHIJuhlvg4kKM&amp;utm_source=Linkshare&amp;utm_medium=Affiliate&amp;utm_campaign=Affiliate_Linkshare&amp;siteID=wbNcMYXTTwU-KjT6fJXEVvGHCzwCRnzG6A&amp;name=Softonic.com\"> Vegas Movie Studio 15<\/a>\u00a0offers these premium features by default<\/strong>. Another thing that we noticed is that the user interface has been tweaked again to offer an even easier bedding in period for those new to video editing.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-98315\" src=\"https:\/\/articles-img.sftcdn.net\/sft\/articles\/auto-mapping-folder\/sites\/3\/2018\/03\/movie-studio-suite-precise-editing-tools-int.gif\" alt=\"\" width=\"555\" height=\"314\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Video editing is not an easy thing to do, but Magix is pulling out all the stops here to try and lure in new enthusiasts. <strong>Many of the features included in <a href=\"https:\/\/click.linksynergy.com\/fs-bin\/click?id=wbNcMYXTTwU&amp;offerid=573041.10000311&amp;type=3&amp;subid=0\">Vegas Movie Studio 15<\/a>\u00a0come from Vegas Pro<\/strong>, which is Magix&#8217;s industry standard version of the video editing suite. As Movie Studio has a much more straightforward interface, but still contains the same technology that more advanced version has, <strong>Magix are hoping people will be able to graduate to the more advanced video editing techniques that the pro level software can facilitate<\/strong>. Having only had access to Movie Studio 15 for a few days, we can\u2019t comment on how we think this will pan out.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">The reason for Magix\u2019s optimism, however, lies in the i<strong>ntuitive tutorials and Jumpstart templates<\/strong> that ship with <a href=\"https:\/\/click.linksynergy.com\/fs-bin\/click?id=wbNcMYXTTwU&amp;offerid=573041.10000311&amp;type=3&amp;subid=0\">Vegas Movie Studio 15<\/a>.<strong> It is easier than ever to create something that looks good, and you can feel proud of.<\/strong> With a few well-made movies under your belt, Magix hopes you\u2019ll be wanting more, and looking to create even more impressive videos.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">We haven\u2019t had enough time to push the limits of Vegas Movie Studio 15, but <strong>we have been impressed with what we have seen<\/strong> so far. The added features list alone makes Vegas a value for money upgrade on Vegas 14, and <strong>if you\u2019re new to video editing, it offers a painless introduction to a hobby that can appear taxing to the outsider<\/strong>. Whether you\u2019re a seasoned video editor or you\u2019d like to turn video clips you\u2019ve recorded on your phone into something special <strong>Vegas Movie Studio 15 has something to offer you<\/strong>.<\/span><\/p>\n<div class=\"sc-card-program\">\r\n  <div class=\"sc-card-program__body\">\r\n    <div class=\"sc-card-program__row clearfix\">\r\n      <div class=\"sc-card-program__col-logo\">\r\n        <img decoding=\"async\" class=\"sc-card-program__img\" alt=\"Vegas 15\" src=\"https:\/\/articles-img.sftcdn.net\/sft\/articles\/auto-mapping-folder\/sites\/3\/2018\/03\/magix.png\" width=\"100px\" height=\"100px\">\r\n      <\/div>\r\n      <div class=\"sc-card-program__col-title\">\r\n        <span class=\"sc-card-program__title\">Vegas 15<\/span>\r\n        <a class=\"sc-card-program__button sc-card-program-internal\" href=\"http:\/\/www.vegascreativesoftware.com\/us\/affiliate\/softonic\/vegas-movie-studio-15\/new-features\/#productMenu\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Get it now<\/a>\r\n      <\/div>\r\n      <div class=\"sc-card-program__col-rating\">\r\n        <svg class=\"rating-score__content\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" version=\"1.1\" x=\"0\" y=\"0\" viewbox=\"0 0 50 50\" enable-background=\"new 0 0 50 50\" xml:space=\"preserve\"><path class=\"rating-score__background rating-score--good\" fill=\"none\" stroke-width=\"6\" stroke-miterlimit=\"10\" d=\"M40 40c8.3-8.3 8.3-21.7 0-30s-21.7-8.3-30 0 -8.3 21.7 0 30\"><\/path><path class=\"rating-score__value rating-score__value--100\" fill=\"none\" stroke-width=\"6\" stroke-dashoffset=\"100\" stroke-miterlimit=\"10\" d=\"M40 40c8.3-8.3 8.3-21.7 0-30s-21.7-8.3-30 0 -8.3 21.7 0 30\"><\/path><text class=\"rating-score__number\" content=\"10\" text-anchor=\"middle\" transform=\"matrix(1 0 0 1 25 31.0837)\" data-auto=\"app-user-score\">10<\/text><\/svg>\r\n      <\/div>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n    <div class=\"sc-card-program__row\">\r\n      <span class=\"sc-card-program__description\"> The new user interface presents all of the tools and the workflow in VEGAS Movie Studio 15 in a logical, easy-to-understand, modern fashion. You can easily reach all of the tools you need, and once you get to them, you can get right to work with their intuitive operation.<\/span>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n    <div class=\"sc-card-program__row\">\r\n      <img decoding=\"async\" class=\"sc-card-program__bigpic\" src=\"ttps:\/\/articles-images.sftcdn.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2018\/03\/pack-600-movie-studio-15-us.png\" onerror=\"this.style.display='none'\">\r\n    <\/div>\r\n    <a class=\"sc-card-program__link track-link sc-card-program-internal\" href=\"http:\/\/www.vegascreativesoftware.com\/us\/affiliate\/softonic\/vegas-movie-studio-15\/new-features\/#productMenu\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><\/a>\r\n  <\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>When German software developer Magix bought Vegas Creative Studios from Sony in 2016 many wondered whether it would mean the end of the long-running video editing program Sony Vegas. With the release of Vegas Movie Studio 14, their first release of the program since the acquisition,\u00a0Magix put many people\u2019s doubts were put to bed. 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