Just got a digital video (hard disk) camera because I thought that converting directly to DVD instead of plugging the camera into a DVD recorder would be best. But I don't know now how to convert them (full quality) to DVD. Tried Qdvdauthor and that didn't work at all. Didn't have time to troubleshoot. Tried mandvd but that turned out a very bad quality video. Jerky and any movement was distorted.

A little discouraged because I was a videographer for a wedding and I need a solution that will be high quality (and actually work). Any help appreciated. Thanks.

http://www.linuxquestions.org/questi...hlight=avi+dvd
http://www.linuxquestions.org/questi...?highlight=dvd

should be something there to help

Thanks! I think I found an acceptable way now, so the situation is no longer too urgent.

I'm just wondering: it records in mpeg2, and I see mentions of "DVD compatible mpeg". What does this mean exactly?

Usually means that the picture ratio and resolution are set for dvd standards. Maybe also key frames and other technical stuff too.

Also could you post your solution please to help others searching for the same solution.

Well I looked at the threads you posted, which helped me to understand some things a little better. Then I saw someone mention tovid or devede, which I decided to try and it actually did make a good quality DVD. Maybe eventually I can do something more fancy (I still really like the looks of qdvdauthor, I just wish I could figure it out).

What is troubling you about QDVDauthor? I use it, and like it a lot. They also have a good help forum (cause Lord knows, I am no expert) but I do use it.