How to get m2ts files into an editing prog

Hi all, I just picked up a Panasonic HDC-sd600 camera to make high quality vids which I will upload to youtube. I've recorded some material (stayed away from the 50fps option as I read that would make progs struggle). But the file is a m2ts file. All my players mess this up (jumps, lags, fuzzy etc) and my editing software doesn't like the format. Is there a way of converting these files to something more well known like AVI without losing quality, or somewhere I can edit them without lag etc? So frustrating!

Hi bruffyboy,

You need to convert the m2ts file to flv for youtube viewing and there seems to be plenty of software around to do this.

Example http://www.convertm2ts.biz/convert-m2ts-to-flv.htm

Just google convert m2ts file to flv . and check out the various software solutions.

Make sure you set the video definition to 1280x720 (no higher).


Cheers,
Lee

I am always sceptical of those supposedly perfect programs - is the one you mention definitely a decent piece of software?

I'm surprised these video cameras, especially HD don't come with file conversion software I can't recommend or endorse one particular program. I would try out one or two of the software apps. available with a 30day trial so you can judge for yourself which one you prefer. Everyone would have their own favorite app. depending on user preferences. Cheers, Lee..