.AVCHD File Extension

Advanced Video Coding High Definition

AVCHD uses MTS, TP, and MOD file extensions to store high definition video. Users can record high-resolution videos with AVCHD. Sony and Panasonic developed AVCHD format jointly. Few devices can play ...

General Information

Title AVCHD File Extension
Extension .avchd
Full Form Advanced Video Coding High Definition
File Type Video File Format
Developer Sony, Panasonic
MIME Type video/avchd

File Function

Primary Function Store high-definition video
Additional Functions Audio data storage, Digital rights management
Features 1080i, 720p support, AC-3 audio

File Characteristics

Quality High-definition
Supports Layers N/A
Supports Transparency N/A
Editable Yes, with software

Use Cases

Home Videos Yes
Professional Filmmaking Yes
Broadcasting Yes

Security and Practices

Security Risks Piracy vulnerability
Best Practices Backup, Update software

Historical/Version Information

Initial Release 2006
Latest Version N/A

Associated Types

Similar Extensions .mts, .m2ts

Software Compatibility

Software Usage Policy OS Compatibility
Adobe Premiere Pro Subscription Windows, Mac
VLC Media Player Free Windows, Mac, Linux
Final Cut Pro Purchase Mac