MTS file extension

How to Open .MTS files

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Additional extension information

File type:	Video
Popularity:	Average
Author:	SONY
MIME type:	Not specified

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The .MTS file format is an AVCHD file (Advanced Video Codec High Definition), a video file format created specifically for high-definition (HD) digital camcorders.

The format was developed jointly by Sony and Panasonic for use in their camcorders. Support for the format has grown and is now supported by Canon, JVC and Sanyo video camcorders.

The format itself is based on the popular MPEG4 video codec and supports both 1080i and 720p video modes.

As this format is fairly new, video editing tools to edit and convert this format are only just starting to add support for this file type.

Visitor comments

Ron Raine

2008-10-28 18:32:50

I have the Panasonic HDC-SD1 camera which produces .mts files.
Sony Vegas Movie Studio Platinum 6 recognises the extension but will not do anything with it.
I also have Ulead Video Studio 11 which does not recognise it - obviously I need the Plus version!
I do have the Plus version of Pinnacle Studio 11 which recognises and permits editing - albeit rather slowly on my HP laptop, despite its 2GB of memory.
Overall I am pleased with the video but struggling to find a competent editor that doesn't cost a fortune.

David

2009-02-21 23:01:53

Try Nero 9. Works well for me and the HD files from my Sony

Ron Raine

2009-02-22 18:15:40

Cheers David. I am now using Sony Vegas Movie Studio Platinum 9 and this does a very good job.

Fausto

2009-03-01 15:59:51

I am trying to edit some MTS files from my new Panasonic HDC-HS9 with Pinnacle Studio's Ultimate but am not happy with the results, is it possible that a Pentium IV PC with 2Gb Ddr3 ram is not enough to work this type of Movie?

Ron Raine

2009-03-02 17:23:32

I originally used Pinnacle Studio 11 Plus to convert my mts to mpg because it could not really edit the mts files. Despite Sony Vegas Movie Studio Platinum 9 only costing half the price of Pinnacle it does a far better job and enables titles, transitions and effects to be added to the mts files. I have used both programs on a 1.Ghz 2Gb memory laptop and a 2Ghz 4Gb memory TouchSmart machine with very similar results - so I think it is the Pinnacle software rather than the amount of ram memory which is lacking.

Paul Reed

2009-07-22 22:15:10

I have a Canon HD camcorder and I use Adobe Premiere Pro to edit MTS files. Works very well!

Jeff

2009-09-06 00:18:28

I have a Sony digital DVD recorder that does not recognize the .MTS files on my Panasonic HDD camcorder, despite that Sony and Panasonic developed the .MTS (MPEG-4 AVC/H.264) format. What does it take to digitally record my camcorder files onto a DVD recorder?

Norman Hill

2009-09-07 08:01:04

Whilst using Nero 9, recording more than 1 title on to a Blue ray RE, erases any previous recordings on the disc. Is this correct so that you have to use a new disc every time, or is there an option in the settings somewhere I can change, to allow more than 1 recording?

Mindy

2009-09-18 19:28:02

Anyone find a solution for Mac OSX?

FTNICHOLS

2009-10-28 14:47:06

Using Adobe Premiere takes MTS format just fine, however, it does not support true time code. Each clip starts at 00:00:00:00. Any Ideas?

MTS FILE

2009-12-04 06:54:21

I have a JVC handycam and while trying to download the video files I am not able to play it in Windows media player. Please advise

olive

2010-01-02 15:36:14

Windows Live Movie Maker (part of Windows Live essentials: picture gallery, messenger...) on Vista and Win7 supports this too.

someone

2010-01-10 20:08:03

You can play MTS files in VLC player

Henry

2010-01-28 14:52:06

I just purchased a canon vixia HD HF S10 camcorder and I am trying to get the right software program to be able to download my videos and burn a DVD at later date. Any suggestions?

Blade

2010-02-23 19:41:40

I have a Canon HD HF S10 AND S20 and both produce .mts files which work nicely with Pinnacle Studio Ultimate Collection HD.

Mayya

2010-03-08 18:48:01

MTS files work nice with CyberLink PowerDirector .
Plus download K-Lite Codec Pack & Media Player Classic

Carl

2010-03-11 17:57:28

I'm able to play .mts files shot on Panasonic's HMC150, and while I have no problem transcoding them into FCP for editing, we want to be able to log, via timecode, our interviews before we edit. The AVCCam player that shipped with the camera plays very well but doesn't display timecode. VLC plays the video, but the counter never moves. Does anyone have any thoughts?

FTNichols

2010-03-22 15:34:59

Contacted Adobe and Panasonic for a solution....after hours of waiting and then being told there would be fee since it is not a warranty problem....we will just wait patiently for a solution to the NONE WORKING TIME CODE. We started using a clap board for multiple camera shots. Seem old technology is more dependable than the new.

kate

2010-03-24 22:46:57

h.264 isn't really an editable format!

I have files that are on my P.C. Computer and I want to use them on iMovie on my iMAC. The format of the video files I have are .MTS files which are the raw HD files from my JVC video camera. I purchased the Pavtube MTS software.

Mike

2010-03-30 01:30:17

How can I convert the HD recording from a Sony Handycam to my hard disk (not a blue ray DVD) in a playable format and still maintaining the HD quality?

Rose

2010-04-05 20:17:25

I just got a Sony HD camera and once I've uploaded the videos to my computer, Windows Media Player wont let me play them! It says something about a codec. What do I do, guys?

Kayley

2010-04-11 12:01:41

I have a Sony HDR-XR200 and the format is MTS. I can't play it back on my computer. Is there any way Windows Media Player will be able to play it and then edit it in Windows Movie Maker? Or will it only be QuickTime or is it a completely different file all together? Because I have never heard of MTS before so I have no idea.

Bill

2010-04-11 21:13:09

I recently purchased the AVS software and it's working fine for the MTS files. A lot of memory is needed on the computer and if you plan and burning discs you must go up to blu-ray or have short videos.

FTNichols

2010-04-11 21:19:10

Download the VLC Player...it works for me to preview the clips without having to put them in the editor.

http://www.videolan.org/vlc/

ava

2010-05-16 05:29:57

I use a Sony HRD CX100, but it's so damn hard to open and edit the video - any recommendations?

I used Adobe premier currently, but it seems to be lacking a lot. Why is MTS so hard to use?

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