Blu-ray MPEG-2 Transport Stream (.M2TS)
M2TS (MPEG-2 Transport Stream) is a container format used for Blu-ray discs and AVCHD camcorders, based on the MPEG-2 Transport Stream standard with additional Blu-ray-specific extensions. It stores high-definition video (H.264, VC-1, or MPEG-2) with lossless or lossy surround sound audio. M2TS files preserve the full quality of Blu-ray disc content including multiple audio and subtitle tracks.
Advantages of Blu-ray MPEG-2 Transport Stream
What the M2TS format does well, and why you might choose it.
- Preserves full Blu-ray quality including HD video and lossless audio
- Supports multiple audio tracks including Dolby TrueHD and DTS-HD Master Audio
- Standard format for AVCHD camcorders widely used in prosumer video
Limitations of Blu-ray MPEG-2 Transport Stream
What the M2TSformat doesn't do well, and when to choose another format.
- Very large file sizes due to high-bitrate Blu-ray encoding
- Not directly streamable or playable in web browsers
- Requires capable hardware or software for smooth playback of high-bitrate content
What M2TS files are used for
- Blu-ray disc content backup and playback
- AVCHD camcorder recording format
- High-definition video archival with full quality preservation
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Frequently asked questions about M2TS
What is a .M2TS file?
M2TS (MPEG-2 Transport Stream) is a container format used for Blu-ray discs and AVCHD camcorders, based on the MPEG-2 Transport Stream standard with additional Blu-ray-specific extensions. It stores high-definition video (H.264, VC-1, or MPEG-2) with lossless or lossy surround sound audio. M2TS files preserve the full quality of Blu-ray disc content including multiple audio and subtitle tracks.
What is the MIME type of M2TS?
The official MIME type for M2TS files is video/mp2t. This is the value web servers and applications use to identify the format when transferring files.
What category does M2TS belong to?
M2TS is a Video Converter format. Files in this category share common conversion paths and use cases.
How do I open a .M2TS file?
M2TS files are typically opened by software that natively supports the Blu-ray MPEG-2 Transport Streamformat. If you don't have a compatible application, the most reliable approach is to convert the file to a more universal format using the converters listed above. Most Blu-ray MPEG-2 Transport Stream files convert to widely-supported alternatives in seconds.
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