mpg formatting issues... why is it distorted?

space cadet · Post by **space cadet** » Sat Dec 11, 2004 6:11 am

when ever I try to convert my movies to an mpg file lately, it distorts the image and makes everything look somewhat oblong. Normally this wouldn't be too much of a problem but I make a lot of sci-fi type movies where I zoom and pan on images of planets and well... its just not as cool when the planets are shaped like eggs instead of circles. Anyone out there know how I can fix this problem? I would be very greatful.

Trevor Andrew · Post by **Trevor Andrew** » Sat Dec 11, 2004 9:52 am

If you are using still images Jpeg's. Check if you are using Keep Aspect Ratio or Fit to Project.
You may need keep aspect ratio.

space cadet · Post by **space cadet** » Sat Dec 11, 2004 10:36 am

its not just my jpgs. Its everything, including my live action shots. And besides, it works just fine if I transfer it into a wmp file or a DVD of VDV file. It's just the mpgs that are having trouble rendering and I need to have it in mpg form because that's the only kind my professor is taking.

I asked him if he knew how to help me but he only uses macs and imovie and says he's never heard of that problem.

Trevor Andrew · Post by **Trevor Andrew** » Sat Dec 11, 2004 2:33 pm

What settings did you use to create the video file, Mpeg 2.?
What were your project settings?

space cadet · Post by **space cadet** » Sun Dec 12, 2004 12:40 am

mgg 2. project settings normal.

Trevor Andrew · Post by **Trevor Andrew** » Sun Dec 12, 2004 9:18 pm

What are normal Settings?

Need more information.

What are your Project settings?

What settings did you use to create video file mpeg 2?

If you used still images i assume they were approx 4:3 ratio.

Are you working in widescreen 16:9 0r 4:3?

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As a test

Start a NEW project.

Edit project properties to Mpeg/NTCS Dvd.

Save project

Insert images and/or video to timeline(a few will do)

Share Create Video File / Same as project Settings

This will make a Mpeg 2 file.

Does this play ok.

david reece · Post by **david reece** » Mon Dec 13, 2004 1:27 pm

do you have non sq pixel rendering checked? if so i would uncheck it.

if you create an MPG with this i have found in PAL you get the following problem.

If you have DVDWS2 check the properties of the clip and instead of being 720x576 it is actually 720x540! uncheck it and you get 720x576.