Compress MPEG2
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Supports: MPEG2
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Need help?How to Compress MPEG2 Video Online
- Upload Your MPEG2 File — Click "Choose Files" or drag and drop your .mpeg2 video. Batch compression is supported.
- Choose Compression Method — Under "File Compression," the default is "Target file size (%)" with Auto Scale (default 80% — a 100 MB file becomes 80 MB). Smart Scaling automatically adjusts resolution to maximize quality at the target size. Other options:
- Specific file size: Target an exact output size (default 24 MB)
- Constant Bitrate: Set a fixed bitrate (default 4 Mbps)
- Variable Bitrate: Target 4 Mbps with min 2 / max 8 Mbps
- Constant Quality: CRF slider (1–31, default 5 for MPEG-2)
- Adjust Resolution (Optional) — Reduce by percentage (default 80%), pick a preset (144p–4320p), or enter exact dimensions. Auto Scale handles this automatically when using file size targets.
- Trim (Optional) — Set a start time and duration in seconds or HH:MM:SS.sss to keep only a segment.
- Compress and Download — Click "Compress" and download your smaller MPEG2 file. No sign-up required.
Why Compress MPEG2 Video?
- Specific file size: Target an exact output size (default 24 MB)
- Constant Bitrate: Set a fixed bitrate (default 4 Mbps)
- Variable Bitrate: Target 4 Mbps with min 2 / max 8 Mbps
- Constant Quality: CRF slider (1–31, default 5 for MPEG-2)
MPEG-2 is the standard codec for DVDs and broadcast television. MPEG-2 files are typically large — a 2-hour DVD movie can be 4–8 GB. Compressing reduces file size for easier sharing, uploading to platforms with size limits, or fitting more content on storage devices.
The "Target file size (%)" with Auto Scale is the recommended method — it automatically adjusts both bitrate and resolution to hit your target size while maximizing visual quality.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Auto Scale do?
When enabled (default), Auto Scale automatically reduces resolution proportionally to hit your target file size without extreme pixelation. It's smarter than just lowering bitrate alone.
Will compression reduce video quality?
Yes — MPEG-2 is already lossy, so further compression removes more data. Use the highest file size percentage that meets your needs. 80% (default) is a good starting point.
Can I batch compress?
Yes. Upload multiple MPEG2 files and download results individually or as a ZIP archive.