What is the difference between .264 and .divx?
- Extension
- .264
- .divx
- Format
- Binary
- Binary
- Category
- Video
- Video
- Developer
- MPEG LA
- DivX
- Description
- H.264 is a video compression standard that is commonly used for high-definition video. It is the most widely used format for Blu-ray discs, HD DVDs, and many other types of high-definition video. An H.264 file is a video file that has been encoded using this standard. These files are often saved with the .MP4 file extension. H.264 video is also commonly used in AVCHD camcorders and HDTV.
- A DivX-Encoded Movie File, designated with the .divx file extension, is a digital video format that offers a high-quality, highly compressed viewing experience. Developed by DivX, LLC, this format is designed to compress lengthy video segments into smaller sizes without significantly sacrificing visual quality. This enables users to store and distribute high-definition videos more efficiently over limited bandwidth or storage capacities. The DivX codec, which is required to play these files, supports advanced multimedia features such as multiple video streams.
- MIME Type
- video/mp4
- video/x-divx
- Sample
- sample.divx
- Wikipedia
- .264 on Wikipedia
- .divx on Wikipedia