A Deep Dive Into Rendering H.264 & H.265 from DaVinci Resolve

October 25, 2023

Mixing Light contributor and freelance colorist Luke Ross takes a deep dive into H.264 & H.265 render options on a Mac and PC in Resolve.


Everything You Need To Know About Rendering H.264 and H.265 in DaVinci Resolve

In this Insight, we dive deep into the principles and practical realities of rendering H.264 and H.265 files from DaVinci Resolve on both a Mac and a PC. Along the way, we’ll fill in some knowledge gaps in the official Blackmagic Design documentation, and I’ll share some best-practice bitrates for various project deliverables.

And don’t miss my questions for the rest of the Mixing Light community at the conclusion of this Insight!

A Simple Guide to Rendering H.264/H.265 in Resolve

Why default render presets can be a blessing and a curse

H264 render presets in resolve
The handy-dandy render presets on DaVinci Resolve’s Deliver page.

On the one hand, render presets can be a fantastic part of a post-production workflow. Accessing optimized, preconfigured settings saves time and eliminates user error.

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