Codec Mov | _hot_

ffmpeg -i input.mov -c:v libx264 -crf 23 -c:a aac output.mp4

Use Adobe Media Encoder to transcode files between high-end codecs. codec mov

Furthermore, MOV has superior native support for (transparency). If a video editor needs to export a logo with a transparent background or a CGI explosion to overlay on footage, MOV is the standard choice. While newer versions of MP4 can technically support alpha, the ecosystem of MOV is built around it. ffmpeg -i input

A favorite among professional editors, ProRes is an "intermediate" or "mezzanine" codec. Unlike H.264, which is heavily compressed to save space, ProRes keeps more data to ensure that video doesn't lose quality during the editing process. codec mov