Video Format Comparison Guide
Common Video Formats
MP4 (H.264/MPEG-4 AVC)
Advantages
- Universal compatibility
- Good compression ratio
- Supports streaming
- Hardware acceleration support
Best For
- General purpose use
- Mobile devices
- Web playback
- Social media sharing
WebM (VP8/VP9)
Advantages
- Excellent compression
- Open source
- Optimized for web
- Lower bandwidth usage
Best For
- Web streaming
- HTML5 video
- Video conferencing
- Live streaming
Quality Comparison
| Format | Quality | File Size | Compatibility | Processing Speed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MP4 (H.264) | High | Medium | Excellent | Fast |
| WebM (VP9) | Very High | Small | Good | Medium |
Format Selection Guide
For Mobile Devices
Recommended: MP4 (H.264) with moderate bitrate for optimal storage and playback.
For Web Streaming
Recommended: WebM for modern browsers, with MP4 fallback for wider compatibility.
For Archival
Recommended: High quality MP4 or lossless formats for maximum quality retention.