Overview of video formats

The listing follows the current validity and dissemination of the formats.

The variety of digital video formats is sometimes confusing to the user. Here you will find an overview of the most common video formats and their file extensions including a brief description.

The information about codecs is only available in german language!

AVCHD

AVCHD is used for HD material in 16: 9 format.

WMV: Abbreviation for Windows Media Video * .wmv

MPEG I and II: Abbreviation for Moving Pictures Experts Group * .mpg

MPEG IV: Abbreviation for Moving Pictures Experts Group * .mp4

AVI: Abbreviation for Audio Video Interleaved * .avi

MOV: Abbreviation for Movie * .mov

FLV: Abbreviation for Flash Video * .flv or * .swf

RM: Abbreviation for Real Media * .rm

IPhone: These video formats can be played

Relevant & useful codecs

Performance comparison

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