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If you’ve ever edited video, you’ve likely encountered the codec. Developed by Apple, it’s not just another file format—it’s a workhorse.

I’ve been testing ProRes 422 vs. my usual compressed footage, and the timeline performance difference is night and day. Yes, the file sizes are huge, but no rendering, no lag, and smooth color grading almost makes it worth it. .prores video

: Many professional cameras (ARRI, Blackmagic, RED) and even the iPhone 13 Pro (and later) allow you to record directly into ProRes. If you’ve ever edited video, you’ve likely encountered

: Intended for "offline" workflows where you edit with small, low-resolution files and swap them for high-quality masters later. my usual compressed footage, and the timeline performance

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Not all ProRes files are created equal. The numbers (422, 4444) refer to Chroma Subsampling —essentially, how much color information is retained.