Convert 3GP to FLV
Max file size 100mb.
3GP vs FLV Format Comparison
Aspect | 3GP (Source Format) | FLV (Target Format) |
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Format Overview |
3GP
3rd Generation Partnership Project
Lightweight container optimized for mobile devices, typically using H.264 video and AAC audio. Mobile |
FLV
Flash Video
Adobe Flash container for web video streaming, commonly using Sorenson Spark or VP6 codecs. Web |
Container/Codecs | Usually paired with H.264/AVC video codec and AAC audio codec; minimal overhead. |
Often paired with Sorenson Spark, VP6 or H.264 for video and MP3 or AAC for audio. |
Compression | Efficient MPEG-4 Part 2 or H.264 compression for small file sizes. |
Reasonable compression optimized for streaming, balancing quality and bandwidth. |
Quality | Good quality at low bitrates suitable for mobile playback. |
Good quality for web delivery, though lower dynamic range than modern containers. |
File Size | Small (0.5–5 MB per minute) depending on bitrate and resolution. |
Moderate (1–10 MB per minute) optimized for streaming bandwidth. |
Compatibility | Supported by most smartphones and portable devices. |
Supported by Flash Player and legacy web browsers with Flash plugin. |
Streaming Support | Designed for streaming over mobile networks. |
Designed for progressive download and streaming via Adobe Flash. |
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Metadata Support | Basic metadata (codec, duration, resolution). |
Limited metadata support (FLV tags for timestamp and duration). |
Why Convert 3GP to FLV?
Converting 3GP to FLV makes mobile videos playable in legacy web environments that rely on Flash streaming. FLV’s streaming optimization ensures smooth playback over varied network conditions.
Our converter preserves key video and audio streams, minimizing recompression artifacts. Batch processing allows you to convert multiple files at once, perfect for preparing web tutorials or presentations.
FLV files can be embedded easily in older web platforms and learning management systems. Although Flash is deprecated, FLV remains useful for maintaining compatibility with legacy workflows.