Re: [FCP-L] OT best codec for mini-Qts via Compressor

There are an awful lot of variables in the question that you posted. First
of all, what size file do you consider e-mailable. While Google can handle
attachments of up to 20 MB, other e-mail providers support only much smaller
files.

Second of all, what length program are you talking about? It is far easier
to create a small Quicktime of a 30 second spot than a 30 minute show.

Third, how important is the audio? When working with small file sizes, you
can halve the amount of space needed for audio by sending a mono mix as
opposed to a stereo mix. And, you can save additional space by using lesser
sampling rates and lower bit rates.

That is why there really isn't a "one size fits all". However, it is easy to
create a custom setting.

If I want something quick and dirty, you could use one of the low bandwidth
streaming settings or an iPod setting.

I find that it almost always benefits me to create a custom setting,
however, when I create one that is particularly useful, I will use it for
several different clients.

Kerry
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Kerry Soloway
http://www.NightingaleEditorial.com
201-247-4110
ksoloway@gmail.com

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On Fri, Nov 20, 2009 at 10:12 AM, Paul Dougherty <lists@postlit.com> wrote:

>
>
> Ok. I've been slow to use Compressor for this (had been using
> Cleaner/Sorenson) for making small Quicktimes I'd send as very rough
> client review e-mail attachments. (When higher-res required I'd post
> better ones to FTP site)
>
> Now that I'm working more with FCP, I'd like to use Compressor to
> create these very small Quicktimes but I don't see a preset that
> would be even in the ballpark I'm talking about. Or is it roll your
> own using which codec? I realize there are options a plenty, but what
> are people using? Thanks.
>
> Paul
>
>

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