Convert OGV to 3G2
About OGV
OGV is a free, open-source video container format developed by the Xiph.Org Foundation. It is the video--toting sibling of the OGG audio format. OGV files most commonly use the Theora video codec and the Vorbis audio codec, both of which are open and patent-free. It was an early contender for the HTML5 video standard.
About 3G2
The 3G2 format is very similar to 3GP but was designed by the 3GPP2 project for CDMA-based mobile networks (as opposed to the GSM networks that 3GP was designed for). Like 3GP, it's a legacy format optimized for low-bandwidth mobile devices and is characterized by low quality and small file sizes.
OGV vs 3G2
| Feature | OGV | 3G2 |
|---|---|---|
| Streaming Support | true | true |
| Subtitle Support | true | false |
| DRM Support | false | false |
| Quality Rating | 3 | 1 |
| Patent Status | patent-free | industry standard |
| Year Introduced | 2003 | 2001 |
| Developed By | Xiph.Org Foundation | 3GPP2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Why isn't OGV more popular?
While OGV is a capable, open-source format, the Theora video codec it uses is less efficient than modern codecs like H.264 or VP9. Google's push for WebM (which uses the more efficient VP8/VP9 codecs) as the open standard for web video largely relegated OGV to a niche role.
Is OGV the same as OGG?
Ogg is the container format. An .ogg file usually contains only audio (typically Vorbis). An .ogv file contains both video (typically Theora) and audio. Sometimes, video files are also given the .ogg extension, which can cause confusion.
What is the difference between 3GP and 3G2?
They are very similar, but 3G2 has some extensions and limitations compared to 3GP and was specifically designed for CDMA networks. From a user's perspective, both are legacy, low-quality mobile video formats.
Is there any reason to use 3G2 today?
No, there is no practical reason to use the 3G2 format for any new content. It is entirely obsolete.
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