Can QT Pro Convert .mpg to an iMovie usable file?

RageBiker · RageBiker #1 (**permalink**)

04-24-2009, 03:17 PM

I have iMovie '09 and some .mpg files that can't be opened by it that i want to edit. I have been looking for some converters to DV or .Mov so i can use it with iMovie but all of them i need to pay. I'd much rather pay for QT Pro if that works instead of a 3rd party converter, so my question, can QT Pro convert a .mpg file? does it lose any quality?

lifeisabeach · lifeisabeach #2 (**permalink**)

04-24-2009, 05:54 PM

If the software you are using and the file formats you are working with allow for a "passthrough" option, then you can convert to a new format with no loss of video quality. QT Pro has this capability.

RageBiker · RageBiker #3 (**permalink**)

04-24-2009, 09:46 PM

That's good to know,

I need to know if anyone knows if QT Pro 7 can convert .mpg movie files into something usable by iMovie. It doesn't say .mpg on the list of supported files on the website but it says mpeg, i'm not sure if they're the same...

lifeisabeach · lifeisabeach #4 (**permalink**)

04-24-2009, 10:35 PM

mpeg is .mpg

Now whether or not QT can export to a format iMovie can use is another matter. I'd have thought iMovie could use mpeg videos. What format specifically do you need to convert to? I can double check everything when I get home in a bit.

If you want... you can send me an example of what you want to convert and I'll make sure it's doable. Send me a private message if so.

RageBiker · RageBiker #5 (**permalink**)

04-24-2009, 11:08 PM

Ok cool, i sent you a message but i'm not sure how to send a file with it

lifeisabeach · lifeisabeach #6 (**permalink**)

04-24-2009, 11:41 PM

I just checked out what iMovie supports. You can import mpeg videos in iMovie just fine. Use the import option, not "open".

vansmith · vansmith #7 (**permalink**)

04-25-2009, 12:12 AM

Why not try HandBrake? It will convert just about anything to just about any other format. This will save you from having to purchase a QT pro license.

lifeisabeach · lifeisabeach #8 (**permalink**)

04-25-2009, 06:27 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by vansmith

Why not try HandBrake? It will convert just about anything to just about any other format. This will save you from having to purchase a QT pro license.

Apparently iMovie can only import .dv format files. I don't see where Handbrake will convert to that.

EDIT: I just tried MPEG Streamclip. It will export to .dv files, so give that a whirl.

RageBiker · RageBiker #9 (**permalink**)

04-25-2009, 09:26 PM

Ok cool, I found a converter that is for PC only that's free, so i just installed it on my desktop and I guess i'll just convert and transfer for now.

Thanks a lot for all the help!

xstep · xstep #10 (**permalink**)

04-26-2009, 01:28 AM

MPEG Streamclip and ffmpegX may be helpful for the conversion.

iMovie can import other formats, not just DV.

RageBiker · RageBiker #11 (**permalink**)

04-26-2009, 12:03 PM

yeah, I found a converter that outputs MPEG4 files and my iMovie opened them just fine

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Member Since: Sep 30, 2007 Location: Wilmington, NC Posts: 5,787 Mac Specs: iMac i3 (mid-2010) + OS 10.8; TV 2; iPhone 4S; iPad 1	04-24-2009, 10:35 PM mpeg is .mpg Now whether or not QT can export to a format iMovie can use is another matter. I'd have thought iMovie could use mpeg videos. What format specifically do you need to convert to? I can double check everything when I get home in a bit. If you want... you can send me an example of what you want to convert and I'll make sure it's doable. Send me a private message if so. Standing request for all troubleshooting: Please provide your Mac model/year and OS version. Also advise us if you have used or installed any antivirus, security, or "cleaning" software on your Mac. If you have installed MacKeeper in particular, you are hereby advised to uninstall it. --------- If all else fails to fix your problem, read this tip.
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Member Since: Sep 30, 2007 Location: Wilmington, NC Posts: 5,787 Mac Specs: iMac i3 (mid-2010) + OS 10.8; TV 2; iPhone 4S; iPad 1	04-24-2009, 11:41 PM I just checked out what iMovie supports. You can import mpeg videos in iMovie just fine. Use the import option, not "open". Standing request for all troubleshooting: Please provide your Mac model/year and OS version. Also advise us if you have used or installed any antivirus, security, or "cleaning" software on your Mac. If you have installed MacKeeper in particular, you are hereby advised to uninstall it. --------- If all else fails to fix your problem, read this tip.
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Member Since: Oct 19, 2008 Location: Ottawa Posts: 15,289 Mac Specs: 2012 13" MBP (2.5 i5, 8GB)	04-25-2009, 12:12 AM Why not try HandBrake? It will convert just about anything to just about any other format. This will save you from having to purchase a QT pro license. Important Links: Community Guidelines : Use the reputation system if you've been helped. M-F Blog :: Write for the blog :: M-F IRC Channel - Chats every Sunday at 8PM EST.
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RageBiker #1 (permalink)
Member Since: Apr 24, 2009 Posts: 28	04-24-2009, 03:17 PM I have iMovie '09 and some .mpg files that can't be opened by it that i want to edit. I have been looking for some converters to DV or .Mov so i can use it with iMovie but all of them i need to pay. I'd much rather pay for QT Pro if that works instead of a 3rd party converter, so my question, can QT Pro convert a .mpg file? does it lose any quality?
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Member Since: Apr 24, 2009 Posts: 28	04-24-2009, 11:08 PM Ok cool, i sent you a message but i'm not sure how to send a file with it
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Member Since: Apr 24, 2009 Posts: 28	04-25-2009, 09:26 PM Ok cool, I found a converter that is for PC only that's free, so i just installed it on my desktop and I guess i'll just convert and transfer for now. Thanks a lot for all the help!
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Member Since: Apr 24, 2009 Posts: 28	04-26-2009, 12:03 PM yeah, I found a converter that outputs MPEG4 files and my iMovie opened them just fine
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