What file types are compatible with DaVinci Resolve?

Out of the Box

How do I import media into DaVinci Resolve Mac?

To import media:

1. Click on the menu bar and select File > Import > Import Media.
2. Similar to the Cut page workflow, navigate to the folder where you media lives, select the clips and click Import.

What file type is best for DaVinci Resolve?

A codec being H. 264, MPEG and DNxHD which are some settings Davinci Resolve has in store. I usually set MP4 as my Format and H. 264 as my codec, since I usually create videos and post them in social media.

What codecs does DaVinci Resolve use?

Codec Plugin for DaVinci Resolve Studio includes MainConcept HEVC/H. 265, AVC/H.

Can I import WMV to DaVinci Resolve?

Re: Import WMV video (Windows) Judging by the resulting file size, this is an uncompressed video format, and works perfectly in DaVinci Resolve.

Is MP4 good for DaVinci Resolve?

DaVinci Resolve supports Mp4 videos of codec H. 264 or H. The best solution is to convert (or transcode) your existing mp4 file codec to H. 264 codec.

Why can’t I import media into DaVinci Resolve?

The media file you want to add may not be supported by Davinci Resolve. Some supported video formats and codecs include but are not limited to QuickTime, AVI, R3D, MXF, Prores, DNxHD, MXF, DPX, CIN, EXR, etc. When you found yourself can’t add a FLV to Davinci Resolve, try a MOV or MP4 see if any luck.

How do I import MP4 into DaVinci Resolve?

You can open handbrake, import your mp4 file, go to the “Audio” tab, select “AAC” against the “Codec”, and encode. See if you can hear the audio in Resolve. If not, again, come back to Handbrake and select other listed codecs, encode and import into Resolve.