MXF to GXF - Online Video Converter
Convert MXF to GXF online. Private, client-side - no uploadrequired. Batch conversion, quality presets, codec control.
About MXF to GXF
Convert MXF to GXF. MXF is the broadcast mastering container standardised as SMPTE ST 377. GXF is the Grass Valley server format for broadcast playout. Server metadata drops on export; the picture and sound carry over..
Why convert MXF to GXF?
- Smaller files with GXF lossy compression.
- Keep animation and transparency where supported.
- Private, no upload - runs in your browser.
MXF vs GXF
| Animation | Yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|
| Transparency | No | No |
| Compression | lossy | lossy |
| Typical use | MXF is the broadcast mastering container standardised as SMPTE ST 377. | GXF is the Grass Valley server format for broadcast playout. |
When not to convert MXF to GXF
- Skip GXF for archival masters: lossy compression discards detail, so keep the MXF original.
- Keep a master copy: repeated exports stack small losses, so archive MXF before batch GXF shares.
Limits
Starting point: MXF - MXF is the broadcast mastering container standardised as SMPTE ST 377. Operational patterns vary, so only essence tracks carry over. Server metadata drops on export; the picture and sound carry over. Encode GXF (MPEG-2 / PCM) from MXF 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.