YouTube compresses your video in all sorts of silly ways, here’s how to get the best results.
Have you noticed low quality videos when you upload to YouTube?
The compression is pretty high but with a few tweaks you can get a better upload.
In this video, Casey Faris will show you:
- The method of his tests of all codecs
- Upscaled footage vs HD
- Comparing codecs
- Bitrate comparison
- Recommendations
- Step by step instructions on deliver page
TL;DW:
- h265
- Upscaled to UHD
- Data rate = framerate x 2 x 1000kbps
So there you have it! Some data based on real life tests.
How did these settings work for you?
Gedaly is the Founder and Lead Educator of DVResolve.com and is Blackmagic Design Certified Master Trainer. He’s edited commercials for major brands and has done color & VFX for independent films. He consults on post-production workflow and creating online education. Gedaly is the co-founder of Working.Actor, a former marketing manager for large brands, and creates original film projects with his production company Razee.