The original source video is in mpeg 2 format with AC3 audio (720 x 576 / 25 fps) and I now suspect that this will be the best format to use in the various 'produce' stages as I build up the complete project for burning. (currently had been using H.264 AVC having read the part where it says it uses a better compression ratio when compared to mpeg 2 to produce a video of similar quality but I now suspect this is wasted effort and possibly just using up valuable disc space?, having just tested a small part and produced a mpeg 2 file of 23mb compared to the original 63mb m2ts file! (slideshow of still photos)
So was intending to re-produce in mpeg 2 format but see there is a variety of options, should I just stick with the default DVD HQ 720 x 576/50i 8mbps, or is there a more suitable option?
Another couple of related question -
- when producing the still slideshows - is it best to stick to the mpeg format or will some benefit be gained from the HD quality m2ts format or similar?
- is there any disadvantage in using any of the 'fast video rendering technology' options - mpeg 2 does not offer it on my system but the m2ts (H.264) option does?
Any advice appreciated, to achieve the best quality (most important) and the best use of space (I would be happy to split it across 2 discs if necessary to achieve best quality, though 1 disc would be ideal.
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