Can I use X264 instead of H264

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Can I use X264 instead of H264

Short version:

Can I get HandBrake quality X264, compatible with Apple devices, from FCPX?

I have converted a few 720P mkv files using HandBrake, and the quality is amazing at relatively low bitrates. Exporting projects from FCPX (Directly or via compressor) gives me poor results at very high bitrates.

Is there any way for me to use one of the X264 QT plug-ins to get the same great result from FCPX/Compressor and still retain compatibility with Apple devices like AppleTV/iPhone/iPad?

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Egil

Final Cut Pro X, Mac OS X (10.7)

Posted on Aug 1, 2011 12:30 PM

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David M Brewer

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Aug 1, 2011 2:01 PM in response to 7163

Here is an URL for a x264 plug-in:

http://www003.upp.so-net.ne.jp/mycometg3/

(Second download down)

I've been using this plug-in for years. It has a faster compression time compared to Quicktimes h.264 and better quality. There are presets... I try the fastest compression preset on a video that is 1 hour and 30 minutes and it took just over 8 minutes to compress, good enough for the iPad.

There are doucuments for reading... It might take some time to get up to speed using this plug-in but it worth it. Google 'x264' for more info.

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7163 Author

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Aug 3, 2011 1:52 AM in response to David M Brewer

I have been able to create the results I wanted, but you mentioned presets? Can I find presets for AppleTV and such within the plug-in?

Its amazing to see the beautiful results at low bitrates compared to the bloated results Apples H264 gives me!

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Nov 2, 2013 12:13 PM in response to 7163

i downloaded x.264 dmg. bt how can i use it ????

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