How to Convert M2TS to MTS — Quick & Free
Fast, instant M2TS to MTS conversion. No signup required. Just drop your .m2ts file and get .mts in seconds.
Batch Settings
Generation loss — quality may degrade
M2TS uses lossy compression, and so does MTS. Converting means decoding and re-encoding — each cycle can permanently degrade quality. Convert from the original source file whenever possible.
Some metadata may not survive
Your M2TS file may contain Blu-ray metadata metadata. MTS has limited or no support for these metadata types. Location data (GPS), camera settings, and color profiles may be stripped during conversion.
What compression artifacts to expect
MTS lossy compression can produce blockiness (H.264). At the high quality settings CocoConvert uses by default, these are usually invisible to the eye. Lower quality settings trade visual fidelity for smaller file sizes.
Vous manipulez des fichiers vidéo issus de caméscopes AVCHD et vous vous interrogez sur la distinction entre M2TS et MTS ? Bien que ces deux extensions désignent un format conteneur pour la vidéo haute définition, des nuances existent qui peuvent influencer leur compatibilité avec certains logiciels de montage ou lecteurs. Que vous soyez un professionnel de l'audiovisuel, un étudiant en cinéma ou simplement un passionné souhaitant organiser sa vidéothèque personnelle, comprendre comment convertir un fichier M2TS en MTS, ou inversement, s'avère souvent nécessaire. Notre outil en ligne est conçu pour simplifier cette tâche, vous permettant de basculer d'un format à l'autre avec aisance, sans perte de qualité et sans nécessiter l'installation de logiciels complexes. Optimisez la gestion de vos rushes et assurez la fluidité de vos projets créatifs grâce à une conversion rapide et fiable.
- Archivage de documentaires pour la Cinémathèque
- Partage de rushes bruts entre studios de post-production
- Compatibilité avec des systèmes de diffusion patrimoniaux
En France, les institutions culturelles et les chaînes de télévision peuvent avoir des exigences spécifiques quant à l'extension des fichiers AVCHD pour l'ingestion ou l'archivage, rendant la conversion M2TS/MTS parfois indispensable pour respecter les cahiers des charges.
About M2TS to MTS Conversion
Short answer: yes, you can convert M2TS to MTS online for free, and some quality differences may occur depending on the format types. Just upload your .m2ts file to CocoConvert, pick MTS as the output, and click Convert. The whole process takes seconds.
Now for the details. M2TS is the Blu-ray disc transport stream format used for high-definition recordings. MTS (AVCHD) is the format from camcorders recording in high-definition AVCHD. Converting between these two formats lets you convert between formats quickly.
Full Name: M2TS uses Blu-ray Transport Stream, while MTS uses AVCHD Video. Compression: M2TS uses Lossy, while MTS uses Lossy. Color Depth: M2TS uses 8-bit, while MTS uses 8-bit.
Your M2TS file is decoded and re-encoded as MTS. M2TS uses lossy compression, and so does MTS. Converting means decoding and re-encoding — each cycle can permanently degrade quality. Convert from the original source file whenever possible.
Common misconception: ""I'll convert to MTS and then back to M2TS — it'll be the same"" — in reality, each lossy conversion cycle permanently degrades quality. going m2ts → mts → m2ts will produce a noticeably worse file than the original. always keep your source file.
CocoConvert runs entirely online — no software to install, no account to create. Your files are encrypted during upload (TLS), processed on isolated servers in Germany, and permanently deleted after 24 hours. It works in Chrome, Safari, Firefox, Edge, and all mobile browsers.
Need to convert more than one file? Free users can do 5 per hour. Pro gets 100 per hour with files up to 5 GB each.
How to Convert M2TS to MTS
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1. Upload M2TS
Drop your .m2ts file onto the page (or tap "Browse" on mobile). Add multiple files for batch conversion.
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2. Select MTS
Choose .mts from the output dropdown. Settings are pre-configured for best results.
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3. Convert
One click. The server handles all the heavy lifting using FFmpeg and Sharp.
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4. Download
Your .mts file is ready. Download it directly or get all files as a zip archive.
What Happens When You Convert M2TS to MTS
Your M2TS video is transcoded — video and audio streams are decoded and re-encoded into the MTS container. This is a lossy process that takes time proportional to the video duration.
Your M2TS file is demuxed — video, audio, and subtitle streams are separated
The video stream is decoded frame-by-frame, then re-encoded with MTS-compatible codecs (typically H.264 for MP4)
The audio stream is decoded and re-encoded (or copied if the codec is compatible)
Subtitle and chapter data is preserved where the target supports it
Streams are muxed into the MTS container and the file is saved
M2TS vs MTS — Detailed Comparison
| Feature | .M2TS | .MTS |
|---|---|---|
| Full Name | Blu-ray Transport Stream | AVCHD Video |
| Compression | Lossy | Lossy |
| Color Depth | 8-bit | 8-bit |
| HDR Support | No | No |
| Typical File Size | 200–500 MB per minute (Blu-ray quality) | 100–200 MB per minute |
| Platform Support | Limited | Limited |
| Browser Support | none | none |
| Year Created | 2006 | 2006 |
| Open Standard | No | No |
Should You Convert M2TS to MTS?
When to Convert
- ✓When you specifically need a MTS file for your workflow
When NOT to Convert
- ✗You're converting just because the file "seems old" — re-encoding lossy-to-lossy always degrades quality
Common Mistakes When Converting M2TS to MTS
"I'll convert to MTS and then back to M2TS — it'll be the same"
Each lossy conversion cycle permanently degrades quality. Going M2TS → MTS → M2TS will produce a noticeably worse file than the original. Always keep your source file.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is M2TS to MTS conversion free?
Yes. CocoConvert offers free M2TS to MTS conversion with generous daily limits — 25 minutes of processing time and up to 5 files per hour (250 MB each). Pro plans remove these limits.
How fast is M2TS to MTS conversion?
Most files convert in 2–10 seconds depending on size. Large video files may take 30 seconds. Batch jobs process in parallel for maximum speed.
What happens to my files after conversion?
Your uploaded M2TS file and the converted MTS file are both automatically deleted from our servers within 24 hours. They are never shared, sold, or analysed.
Does converting M2TS to MTS lose quality?
M2TS uses lossy compression, and so does MTS. Converting means decoding and re-encoding — each cycle can permanently degrade quality. Convert from the original source file whenever possible.
Can I convert MTS back to M2TS?
Yes, CocoConvert supports MTS to M2TS conversion as well. However, if the original conversion involved lossy compression, converting back won't recover the lost data.
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