So I have Vista now, also. I may not have a digital camera, but I suppose that this is part of my problem, other than Vista, itself. With my situation, I've got one USB Serial Cable for my camcorder. So it has VHS. So what? If now I've got it connected thru the USB2.0, then--in my opinion--that should be enough. This is not the case with Vista. From as much as I know when using Windows Movie Maker, there's only one option for camcorder source--digital camera, which I don't have. Perhaps, I might benefit from searching the web for other movie programs. Then, I'll try--again--with Vista. Good luck with your Sony situation... wish I could have been more help.