Understanding Video Codecs: What They Are and Why They Matter

🎥 MP4 vs MOV — What’s the Real Difference? 👇 MP4 and MOV are two of the most common video formats — but which one should you be using? 🔍 Here's the breakdown: Both are containers, meaning the quality depends on the codec (like H.264 or ProRes) used inside them. MP4 = smaller file size, more compressed, easier to work with. MOV = often less compressed (like Apple ProRes), better for preserving detail — but much heavier. So, if you’re editing or archiving in high quality, MOV with ProRes is 🔥