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HDV at a glance
HDV
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MDC at a glance
MDC
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Format comparison
| Feature | HDV | MDC |
|---|---|---|
| File type | Video | Image |
| Status | active | active |
| Transparency | Not supported | Not supported |
| Animation | Not supported | Not supported |
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| Layer support | Not supported | Not supported |
| Camera raw data | Not supported | Supported |
| HDR support | Not supported | Not supported |
| Streaming ready | Not supported | Not supported |
When to use each format
When to use HDV
- Your source file is already in HDV.
- Preserve source expectations before exporting to MDC.
- HDV is commonly used in video workflows.
When to use MDC
- Your target workflow expects MDC.
- Improve delivery compatibility with MDC.
- MDC is commonly used in image workflows.
FAQs
Why convert HDV to MDC?
This conversion is usually chosen when MDC fits downstream image delivery better.
What changes when converting HDV to MDC?
This conversion changes how the format behaves in downstream tools and delivery environments.
Moving to MDC adds camera raw data.
What should I review after converting HDV to MDC?
Validate output quality on representative files and confirm the target format behaves correctly in the destination workflow.