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MPEG-2 at a glance
MPEG-2
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BAY at a glance
BAY
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Format comparison
| Feature | MPEG-2 | BAY |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | Supported | Not supported |
When to use each format
When to use MPEG-2
- Your source file is already in MPEG-2.
- Preserve source expectations before exporting to BAY.
- MPEG-2 is commonly used in video workflows.
When to use BAY
- Your target workflow expects BAY.
- Improve delivery compatibility with BAY.
- BAY is commonly used in image workflows.
FAQs
Why convert MPEG-2 to BAY?
This conversion is usually chosen when BAY fits downstream image delivery better.
What changes when converting MPEG-2 to BAY?
This conversion changes how the format behaves in downstream tools and delivery environments.
Moving to BAY adds camera raw data. Moving to BAY removes streaming delivery.
What should I review after converting MPEG-2 to BAY?
Validate output quality on representative files and confirm the target format behaves correctly in the destination workflow.