This is sort of a domino effect, but why do some movie industries choose Mpeg2 vs. Mpeg4 if Mpeg 4 is better quality? curious to know what the determining factor is.
Cost is probably the main factor. You need new equipment at all stages to use MPEG4 if you are using an MPEG2 system. You will need to get new STBs, as well as new equipment to broadcast the MPEG4. Cable companies won't like either.
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mistermister @ Jun 22nd 2007 5:49PM
This is sort of a domino effect, but why do some movie industries choose Mpeg2 vs. Mpeg4 if Mpeg 4 is better quality? curious to know what the determining factor is.
Michael @ Jun 22nd 2007 6:09PM
Cost is probably the main factor. You need new equipment at all stages to use MPEG4 if you are using an MPEG2 system. You will need to get new STBs, as well as new equipment to broadcast the MPEG4. Cable companies won't like either.