How to Convert AVCHD to H.264 Fast?

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Step 1. Add AVCHD Files

Step 2. Choose H264 Format

Step 3. Change AVCHD to H264

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The Best Way to Convert AVCHD Files to H.264

A powerful video converter is needed to convert AVCHD movie files to H.264 without losing quality. Many people choose WonderFox HD Video Converter Factory Pro due to its fast conversion speed and high output quality. Supported by WonderFox exclusive video encoding technology, this converter software converts any video to MP4, MKV, MOV, H.264, H.265, VP9, AV1, etc., while keeping good quality. Moreover, it supports batch mode to convert multiple files simultaneously, and the GPU acceleration makes your conversion much faster. Try it here:

(3 Step) How to Convert AVCHD to H.264

Step 1. Add AVCHD Files

Start HD Video Converter Factory Pro and enter the Converter window. Click the Add Files or Add Video Folder button to import your AVCHD footage from the computer. Drag-and-drop is also supported.

Step 2. Choose H264 Format

Go to the “Click to change output format” section on the right side of the interface. Open the profile menu and go to the Video tab to select H264 as the export profile. The software will package the H.264 encoder in an MP4 container format.

Step 3. Change AVCHD to H264

Edit the video and the output settings based on your needs. Then, click the inverted triangle button at the bottom to specify an output destination. Click Run to convert AVCHD to MP4 H.264 at once.

Extended Reading of AVCHD and H.264

Is AVCHD the same as H.264?
No, they are not the same.
AVCHD is a high-definition video format for digital recording and playback in camcorders like Sony and Panasonic. It is H.264 and Dolby AC-3 packaged into the MPEG transport stream.
H.264/AVC (Advanced Video Coding) is a popular codec standard for recording, compressing, and distributing high-definition digital videos. It can be wrapped as .mp4, .mov, .mkv, etc.

H.264 vs AVCHD: what are the differences?
AVCHD is a file-based format, while H.264 is a video compression standard. The AVCHD format uses H.264 for video compression and Dolby AC-3 for audio compression. It usually stores high-definition videos (for DVDs and camcorders) and 3D videos. H264 also offers high video quality and is playable on more media players and devices than AVCHD. Thus, you can convert AVCHD files to H.264 for playback error-free!

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Is it possible to convert AVCHD to MP4?
Of course, yes! Many video converters support AVCHD footage and can convert it to MP4 or other universal video formats. The top-rated AVCHD converter apps include VLC, WonderFox HD Video Converter Factory Pro, Freemake, and some online tools.