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MOV to MPG - Online Video Converter
Convert MOV to MPG online. Private, client-side - no uploadrequired. Batch conversion, quality presets, codec control.
Convert MOV to MPG
Drop MOV video here or click to select
MOV, QT
MPG (MPEG-2 / MP2)
About MOV to MPG
Convert MOV to MPG. MOV is Apple's QuickTime container, common for ProRes and H.264 camera files. MPG is the short-extension alias of the MPEG program-stream container. Same payload as MPEG; rename or convert without quality change..
Why convert MOV to MPG?
- Smaller files with MPG lossy compression.
- Keep animation and transparency where supported.
- Private, no upload - runs in your browser.
MOV vs MPG
| Animation | Yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|
| Transparency | Yes | No |
| Compression | lossy | lossy |
| Typical use | MOV is Apple's QuickTime container, common for ProRes and H.264 camera files. | MPG is the short-extension alias of the MPEG program-stream container. |
When not to convert MOV to MPG
- Skip MPG for archival masters: lossy compression discards detail, so keep the MOV original.
- Flatten transparency first: MPG has no alpha channel, so composite MOV over a background color.
Limits
Starting point: MOV - QuickTime camera files with ProRes or H.264. Some codecs inside need transcoding before browser playback. Same payload as MPEG; rename or convert without quality change. Encode MPG (MPEG-2 / MP2) from MOV at a bitrate near the source, and confirm the audio track before converting.
How conversion works
Conversion runs entirely in your browser with FFmpeg WASM. Files never leave your device.
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FAQ
How do I convert MOV to MPG?
Drop your MOV file onto this page, choose quality and codec settings, then click Convert. The result downloads as MPG instantly. All processing runs in your browser.
What codec is used for MPG?
The default codec for MPG is MPEG-2 / MP2. You can change the video and audio codec in Advanced mode.
How do you store my files?
We do not store any processed videos. All conversion happens entirely in your browser using FFmpeg WASM.