What is the best codec to use for motion graphics with an alpha channel for transparency?
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What is the best codec to use for motion graphics with an alpha channel for transparency?
For native transparency: probably annimation codec - but it can be very processor intensive... ensure you have a well preped system, SSD, and good graphics card.
Do test first to gauge performance - lower resolutions can help
Simon
Honestly, try using standard AIC files but render them with a solid color as a lower layer that comes through the alpha. Then you can use the transparent color FX and dial in the color. I have a hundred plus pieces of content I am using on a show now which I have done this way and they work fine.
Just FYI, I had a few pieces with some foliage which was green and blue so I made by background layer red and was able to make the background only transparent which looked great.
I wouldn't suggest the animation codec unless you are only running very few layers. If this isn't an issue then Simon is right.
animation codec is the only codec with an alpha channel.Quote:
Originally Posted by Dan Valcich
i was wrong - you can also export a png compressed movie-Quote:
Originally Posted by samsc
using millions of colours + in the export settings.
dont know about performance - but png is lossless- and relatively new compared to the animation codec.
dont know about file size - not done any real tests.