How to convert M4V to AMV
To convert M4V to AMV, upload your M4V file, choose AMV as the output format and press Convert. The finished AMV file is ready to save to your phone or computer in seconds, free, with no watermark and no sign-up. Your file is deleted from our server about 30 minutes after the conversion.
This free online converter turns M4V videos into AMV files in your browser, with no software to install and no watermark. When the video and audio inside your M4V file can be placed in AMV as they are, the streams are copied without re-encoding, which is faster and keeps the original quality. Otherwise the video is re-encoded as 160x128 AMV video with ADPCM mono audio.
Reasons to switch from M4V to AMV
- Plays on budget MP4 players
- Very small files
- Tiny resolution suits small screens
- Plays on: Budget MP3/MP4 players, VLC and some Android players
What to expect from this conversion
- Expect a file of similar size to the M4V original.
- AMV players have tiny screens, so your video is fitted into 160x128 at 25 frames per second with mono 22 kHz audio.
- Videos bought from iTunes may be copy-protected. DRM-protected files cannot be converted by any tool, but your own M4V recordings work fine.
- The first audio track is kept. Subtitle tracks, extra audio tracks and chapters are not included in the converted file.
M4V vs AMV
| Property | M4V | AMV |
|---|---|---|
| Full name | iTunes Video | AMV Video |
| Released | 2001, Apple | 2005, Chinese MP3/MP4 player makers |
| Generation | Modern | Niche |
| Typical file size | Small | Small |
| Plays on | iTunes, Apple TV, iOS, macOS and VLC | Budget MP3/MP4 players, VLC and some Android players |
| Best for | syncing videos to iPhone or iPad; playing on Apple TV | cheap MP4 players and kids' gadgets; retro portable players |
Steps to convert M4V to AMV
- Drop your M4V video file onto the converter, or click to choose it.
- Check that AMV is selected as the target and adjust the options if you want.
- Press Convert, then download your new AMV file when it finishes.
Tips for the best result
- Leave Fast mode on to keep the original quality whenever the streams can be copied.
- Pick a lower resolution if the file is for a phone or messaging app.
- Use Mute if you only need the picture.
Frequently asked questions
How do I convert M4V to AMV?
Upload your M4V file, make sure AMV is the selected target and press Convert. When the progress bar finishes, download the AMV file. No account or software is needed.
Is the M4V to AMV converter free?
Yes. It is free, with no watermark, no sign-up and no daily limit on how many files you convert. The site is supported by ads.
Will I lose quality when converting M4V to AMV?
Not necessarily. If the video and audio streams already fit inside AMV, they are copied without re-encoding, so quality stays identical. If the file has to be re-encoded, the High setting keeps almost all visible detail, while Small trades some detail for a smaller file.
Will the AMV file be a similar size to my M4V?
Expect a file of similar size to the M4V original. Choosing a lower quality or resolution reduces the size further.
Which devices can play AMV files?
AMV files play on Budget MP3/MP4 players, VLC and some Android players.
How large a file can I upload?
You can upload videos up to 500 MB. Files are deleted from the server about 30 minutes after conversion.