How to convert AVI to MPG
- Add your .AVI file - drop it in the box above or click to browse.
- Convert it to .MPG in a few seconds.
- Download your new .MPG file.
What to expect
- Video is re-encoded to lossy MPEG-1 or MPEG-2 (identical to .mpeg).
- Expect larger files than modern codecs produce for comparable quality.
- Program-stream containers do not retain multiple audio tracks, subtitles or chapters.
Frequently asked questions
Is AVI to MPG a lossless conversion?
No; the video is re-encoded to the older MPEG-1 or MPEG-2 standard, which is lossy. .mpg and .mpeg denote the same format.
Why convert an AVI to MPG?
MPG holds MPEG-1/MPEG-2 video, the format behind Video CDs, DVDs and recorded TV, so it targets disc authoring and older playback devices that expect it.
Where does an MPG file play?
VLC opens it on any platform, and it is broadly supported by DVD and legacy hardware players.
How does file size compare?
MPEG-1/2 is less efficient than modern codecs, so an MPG can be larger than a newer-codec file at the same visual quality. Re-encoding also discards some fine detail from the source.
Programs that convert AVI: 4Free Video Converter · Aimersoft iTransfer for Windows · Any DVD Converter · AviDemux · ConvertXtoDVD · Cucusoft MPEG/AVI to DVD/VCD/SVCD Converter Pro · DVD Ripper+Video Converter Ultimate · FormatFactory
