iMovie: MPEG-2 camcorder support and the QuickTime MPEG-2 Playback Component

Summary

Learn more about iMovie MPEG-2 standard definition support and the Apple QuickTime MPEG-2 component.

Products Affected

QuickTime, iMovie

iMovie '08 provides import and editing support for many MPEG-2 camcorders. See iMovie '08: Camcorder Support for a list of supported camcorders. Earlier versions of iMovie do not support the MPEG-2 format.

If a supported MPEG-2 camera is not recognized in iMovie '08, consult the article iMovie '08: Cannot see or control camera for more information.

Note: iMovie does not utilize the optional QuickTime MPEG-2 Playback Component, and the component does not provide additional MPEG-2 support in any version of iMovie.

Additional Information

Important: Information about products not manufactured by Apple is provided for information purposes only and does not constitute Apple’s recommendation or endorsement. Please contact the vendor for additional information.

 

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