AVCHD Converter

Convert AVCHD camcorder footage online free to HEVC, MJPEG, AV1

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Easy-to-use

Changing the format of an AVCHD video will take a few minutes as it does not require any installations.

Audio settings

Click on the gear button and adjust codec, volume, bitrate of the audio track of your video file.

Convert online

You need only an Internet connection on your device to use the converter — no need to download anything!

It is safe

Your files will be deleted 24 hours after processing and only you have access to them the whole time. Read more about security.

Supports cloud storages

Just log in to your Google Drive or Dropbox account and select the needed video to convert with our tool.

Use any browser

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How to convert AVCHD

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First of all choose a video you want to convert from your PC, Mac or mobile device. Also you can select it from Google Drive or Dropbox account, or simply drag and drop it to the web page.

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When your video is uploaded, select an output format for it among more than 37 video formats that are supported by the program. Then you can add more files to convert them together at once.

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Now you can click the gear icon and specify the desired codec, quality, aspect ratio and other settings that you find necessary. Apply them to all files if you want and click the Convert button to start the process.

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When the conversion is complete, you can download the video to your computer. It is also possible to save it back to Google Drive or Dropbox.

About format

AVCHD (Advanced Video Coding High Definition) is a high-definition recording format jointly developed by Sony and Panasonic for use in consumer and semi-professional camcorders. Announced in 2006, the format records H.264/MPEG-4 AVC video at resolutions up to 1920x1080 with Dolby Digital or uncompressed LPCM audio, stored within an MPEG-2 transport stream container. AVCHD was designed to work with a variety of recording media, including optical discs, hard disk drives, and solid-state memory cards, giving camera manufacturers flexibility in hardware design. The use of H.264 compression delivers superior image quality at lower bit rates compared to earlier recording standards like DV and MPEG-2, enabling longer recording times on the same storage capacity. AVCHD supports progressive and interlaced scanning modes, accommodating both cinematic and broadcast-style shooting. The directory structure follows a strict specification that includes playlist files for navigating recorded clips, making it compatible with Blu-ray players when recorded to compatible disc media. An enhanced version, AVCHD 2.0, added support for 1080/60p progressive recording and 3D stereoscopic video. The format remains widely used in the camcorder market and continues to be supported by major video editing applications.
Developer: Sony & Panasonic
Initial release: June 2006

Frequently Asked Questions

Why should I convert AVCHD footage?

AVCHD is great for camcorder recording but awkward for editing and sharing. Converting to a universal format like MP4 streamlines your entire post-production flow.

What applications handle AVCHD playback?

Sony PlayMemories, VLC, and Cyberlink PowerDVD open AVCHD directly. Most NLE editors like Premiere Pro and Final Cut also import it, though conversion often speeds up editing.

Does converting AVCHD degrade the HD quality?

Not when you select a quality-preserving codec such as HEVC or AV1. Matching or exceeding the original bitrate keeps your footage looking sharp.

Can I batch-convert multiple AVCHD clips?

Yes. Convertio accepts several uploads at once, letting you queue and convert an entire shoot in a single session without repeating the process.

Is Convertio free for AVCHD conversion?

Standard AVCHD conversions are free. If you regularly process large camcorder recordings, premium plans offer expanded limits and faster processing.

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