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Transform camcorder MTS files to VOB format for DVD authoring and playback.

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Camcorder Footage Won't Play on DVD?

You recorded precious moments with your Sony, Canon, or Panasonic camcorder, but now you want to burn those videos to DVD for family viewing. The problem? DVD players don't understand MTS files.

MTS (MPEG Transport Stream) is the high-definition format used by AVCHD camcorders. It's excellent for recording, but DVD players require VOB format. Converting MTS to VOB bridges this gap, letting you create playable DVDs from your camcorder footage.

How to Convert MTS to VOB

  1. Upload your MTS file - Drag and drop or select from your device
  2. Select VOB as output - The DVD-compatible format is ready
  3. Download your VOB file - Ready for DVD authoring software

The entire process takes seconds. No software installation, no account creation required.

Why MTS Needs Converting for DVD

MTS files use AVCHD encoding at HD resolutions (1920x1080 or 1280x720). DVD players expect VOB files with specific MPEG-2 encoding at standard definition. Here's the technical breakdown:

  • MTS format - H.264/AVC codec, HD resolution, designed for Blu-ray authoring
  • VOB format - MPEG-2 codec, SD resolution (720x480 NTSC or 720x576 PAL), DVD standard
  • File size - VOB files are typically larger per minute due to less efficient compression
  • Compatibility - VOB works with all DVD players and authoring software

In our testing, a 10-minute MTS clip at 1080p converts to a VOB file ready for standard DVD burning.

Common Use Cases

Family Event DVDs

Recorded a wedding, birthday, or graduation with your HD camcorder? Convert to VOB and burn DVDs that grandparents can watch on their regular DVD player without needing special equipment.

Archiving Camcorder Footage

MTS files from older camcorders may become harder to play as software support changes. VOB is a mature, stable format with guaranteed long-term compatibility.

DVD Authoring Projects

Professional DVD authoring tools like DVD Architect or Encore expect VOB input. Converting MTS first streamlines your workflow and prevents import errors.

Resolution and Quality Considerations

MTS files are HD (1080p or 720p), while DVD is limited to standard definition. During conversion, the video is scaled down to fit DVD specifications. This is unavoidable for DVD compatibility.

For best results:

  • The 16:9 widescreen aspect ratio is preserved
  • Choose NTSC (720x480) for North America or PAL (720x576) for Europe
  • Audio is converted to AC3 format standard for DVD

If you need to preserve full HD quality, consider MTS to MP4 instead and play from a USB drive on modern TVs.

Alternative Formats

VOB isn't always the best choice. Consider these alternatives:

  • MTS to MP4 - Universal format for computers, phones, and smart TVs
  • MTS to AVI - Compatible with older Windows media players
  • MTS to MKV - Preserves HD quality for media center playback

Choose VOB specifically when DVD burning is your goal. For digital playback, MP4 is usually more practical.

Works on Any Device

Convert MTS to VOB directly in your browser:

  • Windows, Mac, Linux, Chromebook
  • Chrome, Firefox, Safari, Edge
  • No software downloads or plugins needed

Your files are processed securely without being stored on external servers.

Pro Tip

When creating DVD menus, organize your VOB files by scene before importing into authoring software. This makes chapter creation much easier than trying to split a single long VOB later.

Common Mistake

Converting to VOB and expecting to drag it directly onto a blank DVD. DVDs require a specific folder structure (VIDEO_TS) with IFO navigation files. You need authoring software to create a proper disc.

Best For

Creating shareable DVDs of camcorder footage for family members who have DVD players but no smart TV or computer for digital playback.

Not Recommended

If the recipient has a smart TV, Blu-ray player with USB, or computer, convert to MP4 instead. You'll keep HD quality and skip the DVD burning step entirely.

Frequently Asked Questions

MTS (MPEG Transport Stream) is a high-definition video format used by AVCHD camcorders from Sony, Canon, Panasonic, and JVC. It records at 1080p or 720p resolution and is designed for Blu-ray authoring.

VOB (Video Object) is the container format used on DVD-Video discs. It contains video, audio, subtitles, and navigation data in MPEG-2 format at standard definition resolution.

Yes, some quality reduction is unavoidable. MTS is HD (1080p/720p) while VOB is limited to DVD's standard definition (720x480 or 720x576). This is a format limitation, not a converter issue.

You'll need DVD authoring software to create a proper DVD structure with menus and navigation. The VOB file from conversion is the video content, but DVDs also require IFO and BUP files.

Choose NTSC (720x480, 29.97fps) for North America and Japan. Choose PAL (720x576, 25fps) for Europe, Australia, and most of Asia. Using the wrong standard may cause playback issues.

Conversion time depends on file size and your internet connection. A typical 10-minute HD clip converts in under a minute. Larger files may take proportionally longer.

Yes. Upload multiple MTS files and convert them all to VOB in a single batch. This is useful when preparing multiple clips for a DVD project.

MTS is fine for computer playback, but DVD players cannot read it. If you want to watch camcorder footage on a traditional DVD player or share discs with family, VOB conversion is necessary.

They're nearly identical. MTS is used for AVCHD camcorder recordings, while M2TS is used for Blu-ray discs. Both use the same underlying transport stream format and convert to VOB the same way.

If preserving HD quality matters more than DVD compatibility, convert to MP4 instead. Modern TVs can play MP4 files from USB drives at full 1080p resolution.

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