{"id":76732,"date":"2019-10-11T01:45:59","date_gmt":"2019-10-11T01:45:59","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.leawo.org\/entips\/?p=76732"},"modified":"2020-07-23T09:57:36","modified_gmt":"2020-07-23T09:57:36","slug":"how-to-convert-m2t-to-mp4-1395","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.leawo.org\/entips\/how-to-convert-m2t-to-mp4-1395.html","title":{"rendered":"How to Convert M2T to MP4?"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>HD camcorders can save video footage in high quality and preserve them for a long time. But when you want to digitalize the HD camcorder video file for better availability, you will find that all you can get from the HD camcorder tape is an M2T video file which cannot be recognized by most of the video player or video editor programs. In order to turn the M2T file into a media file that can be recognized and processed by mainstream media processing programs, you need to find a way to convert the M2T to an MP4 video file. Considering M2T is not a very common file format, looking for a video converter that is capable of handling this kind of file is probably not easy. So, in order to help you with this problem, we have some recommendations on the best M2T to MP4 converter programs in this article, and also have prepared the detailed step-to-step guide on how to use these programs to convert M2T to MP4. With these program recommendations and user\u2019s guide, I\u2019m sure you can get your M2T video converted to MP4 easily and effortlessly.<\/p>\n<div class=\"anchor-list-dark\">\n<ul>\n<li> <a href=\"#part1\">Part 1: What is M2T and MP4?<\/a><\/li>\n<li> <a href=\"#part2\">Part 2: Convert M2T to MP4 with Leawo Video Converter<\/a><\/li>\n<li> <a href=\"#part3\">Part 3: Convert M2T to MP4 with Windows Live Movie Maker<\/a><\/li>\n<li> <a href=\"#part4\">Part 4: Convert M2T to MP4 with Convert. Files<\/a><\/li>\n<li> <a href=\"#part5\">Part 5: Convert M2T to MP4 with Zamzar<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-part pl20 mt10\" id=\"part1\">Part 1: What is M2T and MP4?<\/h2>\n<p>In order to give you a better idea of the conversion task, I want to give you a brief introduction to the two kinds of video formats first. As mentioned above, M2T is a file format widely used to storage HD camcorder video footages, therefore the M2T video files sometimes are also called HDV files. M2T uses MPEG-2 compression method to store video data, and it can storage high quality video footages up to 720P and 1080i. If you have a DV or MiniDV tape, the file inside the tape should be saved in the M2T video format.<\/p>\n<p>Since the M2T file format is developed for the camcorder tape only, usually you can\u2019t play or open M2T files on other platforms like your computer or your smartphone because of the incompatibility. In order to use the M2T files on other devices, you need to convert them to MP4. MP4 is a widely used digital video format with high compatibility. It is a compressed file format that can contain not only video data, but also audio and subtitle information in one file. Because MP4 can save high-quality media content and is compatible with various platforms, it\u2019s definitely the best choice for you to convert your M2T files.<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"wp-part pl20 mt10\" id=\"part2\">Part 2: Convert M2T to MP4 with Leawo Video Converter<\/h2>\n<p>When it comes to M2T to MP4 converting solutions, there is one program that has to be recommended in the first place. Not only is the program my personal favorite video converter, it\u2019s also very popular among most of the professional video enthusiasts. If you have been dealing with various video formats for some time, you must have heard of the name: Leawo Video Converter.<\/p>\n<p>Leawo Video Converter has a great reputation in the video converter industry. It earned its word of mouth by not only providing powerful video processing functions, but also having various brilliant software designs. Leawo Video Converter has the most advanced video processing technology, making the software capable of converting almost all of the video and audio formats you could possibly need. Moreover, for all of the supported formats, Leawo Video Converter can have a 6 times higher converting speed, and have the best quality and the richest details retained in the converting process. What\u2019s more, the built-in video editor module makes it possible for you to not only convert your video\u2019s format, but also customize its performance in multiple aspects. In general, Leawo Video Converter makes the video converting tasks more personalized and enjoyable than ever,<\/p>\n<p>Being extremely easy to use is another major advantage of Leawo Video Converter, With the straightforward user interface design, even a total beginner can convert an M2T video to MP4 with only several minutes, To give you a better understanding of how this program works, here is a simple guide on how to convert M2T to MP4 using Leawo Video Converter.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.leawo.org\/downloads\/video-converter.html\" ><img decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"\/images\/icon\/Trial_win1.png\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" class=\"lazyload\"><\/a> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.leawo.org\/downloads\/video-converter-mac.html\"><img decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"\/images\/icon\/Trial_mac1.png\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" class=\"lazyload\"><\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong>Step 1:<\/strong> Download and launch Leawo Video  Converter. To import the source M2T video file, simply drag and drop the video into  the center of the program interface. You can also import the file by clicking  the \u201cAdd Video\u201d button.<\/p>\n<div class=\"tc\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.leawo.org\/tutorial\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/10\/M2T-to-MP4-leawo-import-01.png\" onclick=\"return hs.expand(this)\"><img decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.leawo.org\/tutorial\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/10\/M2T-to-MP4-leawo-import-01.png\" title=\"M2T-to-MP4-leawo-import-01\" alt=\"M2T-to-MP4-leawo-import-01\" width=\"650\" height=\"\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" class=\"lazyload\"><\/a><\/div>\n<p><strong>Step 2: <\/strong>When the video is imported, you can  set an output format for the conversion. In this step, you need to make sure  that the \u201cMP4 Video\u201d is shown in the area next to the \u201cConvert\u201d button. If what  you see in that area is not \u201cMP4 Video\u201d, you have to click on the area, choose  \u201cChange\u201d to go to the format selection panel, where you can choose and set \u201cMP4  Video\u201d as the output format.<\/p>\n<div class=\"tc\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.leawo.org\/tutorial\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/10\/M2T-to-MP4-leawo-change-format-02.png\" onclick=\"return hs.expand(this)\"><img decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.leawo.org\/tutorial\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/10\/M2T-to-MP4-leawo-change-format-02.png\" title=\"M2T-to-MP4-leawo-change-format-02\" alt=\"M2T-to-MP4-leawo-change-format-02\" width=\"650\" height=\"\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" class=\"lazyload\"><\/a><\/div>\n<p><strong>Step 3:<\/strong> If you need to edit the video,  simply click the \u201cEdit\u201d button on the right side of the imported video. On  click, you will be brought to a video editing panel. On the panel, you can see  various edit options provided by Leawo Video Converter listed at the left bar  including trimming, cropping, adding watermark to video, adjusting video  parameters, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.leawo.org\/tutorial\/how-to-convert-any-2d-movie-to-anaglyph-3d.html\">converting  2D video to 3D<\/a>, and removing noise. Once you are done editing the video, just  click \u201cOK\u201d to confirm the adjustments.<\/p>\n<div class=\"tc\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.leawo.org\/tutorial\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/10\/M2T-to-MP4-leawo-edit-button-03.png\" onclick=\"return hs.expand(this)\"><img decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.leawo.org\/tutorial\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/10\/M2T-to-MP4-leawo-edit-button-03.png\" title=\"M2T-to-MP4-leawo-edit-button-03\" alt=\"M2T-to-MP4-leawo-edit-button-03\" width=\"650\" height=\"\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" class=\"lazyload\"><\/a><\/div>\n<p><strong>Step 4: <\/strong>Finally, click the green  \u201cConvert\u201d button to call out the convert settings panel. On the panel, you have  to set an output directory, and then click the \u201cConvert\u201d icon below to start  the M2T  file to MP4 conversion task right away.<\/p>\n<div class=\"tc\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.leawo.org\/tutorial\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/10\/M2T-to-MP4-leawo-start-04.png\" onclick=\"return hs.expand(this)\"><img decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.leawo.org\/tutorial\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/10\/M2T-to-MP4-leawo-start-04.png\" title=\"M2T-to-MP4-leawo-start-04\" alt=\"M2T-to-MP4-leawo-start-04\" width=\"650\" height=\"\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" class=\"lazyload\"><\/a><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-part pl20 mt10\" id=\"part3\">Part 3: Convert M2T to MP4 with Windows Live Movie Maker<\/h2>\n<p>Leawo Video Converter provides various  professional functions and personalized settings for your video converting  tasks. But for some Windows users, if you don\u2019t need all of those customization  options and only want to convert your video in the shortest amount of time, you  can also use Windows Live Movie Maker to convert your video. Windows Live Movie  Maker is an upgraded version of Windows Movie Maker. Like their names, the  actual function of these two programs are also very identical. Although Windows  Live Movie Maker is mainly used to edit videos or make slideshows, it can also  sometimes be used as a simple video converter when you are not too demanding on  the converting quality. If you want to try converting M2T video to MP4 with  Windows Live Movie Maker, take a look at the following guide.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Step 1:<\/strong> To import your source M2T video,  firstly launch Windows Live Movie Maker. In the toolbar, you should be able to  see an \u201cAdd videos and photos\u201d button. Click on the button, browse and select  your video to import.<br \/>\n<strong>Step 2:<\/strong> You can do some editing to your  video using different function modules that Windows Live Movie Maker provides.  When you feel like you are ready to start converting your video, click the  \u201cSave movie\u201d button in the toolbar to call out the format selection menu.<br \/>\n<strong>Step 3:<\/strong> The format selection menu  includes all of the available formats and device presets that Windows Live  Movie Maker provides. Choose one that you need, and the conversion can be  started immediately.<\/p>\n<div class=\"tc\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.leawo.org\/tutorial\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/10\/M2T-to-MP4-windows-live-movie-maker-05.png\" onclick=\"return hs.expand(this)\"><img decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.leawo.org\/tutorial\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/10\/M2T-to-MP4-windows-live-movie-maker-05.png\" title=\"M2T-to-MP4-windows-live-movie-maker-05\" alt=\"M2T-to-MP4-windows-live-movie-maker-05\" width=\"650\" height=\"\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" class=\"lazyload\"><\/a><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-part pl20 mt10\" id=\"part4\">Part 4: Convert M2T to MP4 with Convert. Files<\/h2>\n<p>As the preinstalled media processing tool  on the Windows operating system, Windows Live Movie Maker provides its users  with the easiest way to convert or edit video files. However, for uses who do  not use Windows operating system, The Windows Live Movie Maker approach loses  all its advantages. If you are not using a Windows PC but and don\u2019t want to  install an extra video processing program for the M2T to MP4 conversion as  well, you can try to convert M2T to MP4 online. As long as you have a  stable internet connection, A good online video converting tool can also get  your video converted efficiently and smoothly.<\/p>\n<p>Online video converter tools usually have  an easy-to-use user interface. Although there are always some restrictions on  file size, converting speed, or supported format, the online converter approach  is still worth recommending if you want your video converted fast without any  complicated operations. Among all of the online video converters, Convert.  Files is one of the most recommendable tools. If you want to try Convert.  Files, here is a simple guide,<\/p>\n<p><strong>Step 1:<\/strong> Go to the official website of  Convert. Files.<br \/>\n<strong>Step 2: <\/strong>Click the \u201cBrowse\u201d button to  browse your local folders and upload your source M2T video.<br \/>\n<strong>Step 3: <\/strong>Choose the right input format  and the output format using the two dropdown buttons respectively.<br \/>\n<strong>Step 4: <\/strong>Finally, click the \u201cConvert\u201d  button to start the conversion.<\/p>\n<div class=\"tc\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.leawo.org\/tutorial\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/10\/M2T-to-MP4-convert-files-06.png\" onclick=\"return hs.expand(this)\"><img decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.leawo.org\/tutorial\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/10\/M2T-to-MP4-convert-files-06.png\" title=\"M2T-to-MP4-convert-files-06\" alt=\"M2T-to-MP4-convert-files-06\" width=\"650\" height=\"\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" class=\"lazyload\"><\/a><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-part pl20 mt10\" id=\"part5\">Part 5: Convert M2T to MP4 with Zamzar<\/h2>\n<p>When it comes to the online video converter  tools, Zamzar is an option that\u2019s totally worth your attention as the most  recommended tool in the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.leawo.org\/tutorial\/top-5-free-online-video-converters.html\">top  5 free video converters<\/a>. Comparing to other video converter tools, Zamzar  has a more intuitive interacting method and a simpler user interface. For users  who don\u2019t want to spend to much time on the video converting process, Zamzar is  the tool that can help you save a lot of time and energy. As long as you have a  high-speed internet connection for the uploading and downloading operation,  your video conversion task can be done within a very short amount of time. To convert M2T to  MP4 online with Zamzar, just follow the instructions below.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Step 1:<\/strong> Open the Zamzar webpage.<br \/>\n<strong>Step 2: <\/strong>Click the \u201cAdd Files\u201d button to  upload the source M2T video file from your computer.<br \/>\n<strong>Step 3: <\/strong>Click the \u201cConvert to\u201d dropdown  button and choose \u201cMP4\u201d as your output format in the dropdown menu.<br \/>\n<strong>Step 4: <\/strong>Finally, click the \u201cConvert Now\u201d  button to start the video converting task.<\/p>\n<div class=\"tc\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.leawo.org\/tutorial\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/10\/M2T-to-MP4-zamzar-07.png\" onclick=\"return hs.expand(this)\"><img decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.leawo.org\/tutorial\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/10\/M2T-to-MP4-zamzar-07.png\" title=\"M2T-to-MP4-zamzar-07\" alt=\"M2T-to-MP4-zamzar-07\" width=\"650\" height=\"\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" class=\"lazyload\"><\/a><\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>HD camcorders can save video footage in high quality and preserve them for a long time. 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